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A Rare Book of Cunning Device

By: Ben Aaronovitch
Narrated by: Kobna Holdbrook-Smith

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Exclusive to Audio! Somewhere amongst the shadowy stacks and the many basements of the British library, something is very much amiss - and we're not talking late returns here. Is it a ghost, or something much worse? PC Peter Grant really isn't looking forward to finding out....

©2017 Ben Aaronovitch (P)2017 Audible Studios

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Couldn't get hooked

glad this was free and short....i couldn't get hooked at all. I have no idea what even happened LOL

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Fantasic

Fantastic story, good detail, interesting characters, and wonderful narration. I am definitely ready to read more about this world and these characters. Although, "ready" might be a bit of an understatement.

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Wonderful narration

This story was charming and the narrator was fantastic! My only complaint was the story was too short. It is one of those lovely tales that has you continuing the dialogue in your mind after it ends...

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Fascinating, Cunning Short Story!

This short story is in the lines of Harry Potter and Fantastical Beasts. I was surprised when it ended, not realizing when I bought the book, it truly was a short story. And and I was longing for more. I hope there is more in the future - a movie or a short art film could be very satisfying. The narrator was a very strong actor in his roles.

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Fun!

Fun story, well told, well read. Way too short. Are there more? I want more.

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Fun, Quick

I am sicker for library mysteries :3 and for the voice of Kobna Holdbrook-Smith telling anything mysterious. This was a short, exciting listen. I wish there were more about this cunning device.

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A world in miniature

A stand alone story that creates an entire world while unfolding an odd, fun tale.

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Enjoyable little listen


Sweet tribute by a native to the country he loves. I enjoyed learning a little bit more about my neighbors to the north. I’ve no doubt that Canada is awesome.

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sweet

going to read and listen to more by same team. 1. 2. 3. 4. words.

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Excellent narration

This is one of the best narrations I've listen to. Will definitely be on the look out for more books narrated by Kobna Holdbrook-Smith. The story was interesting and I'd consider trying more books by the author in the future.

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