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    Throne of Jade: Temeraire

    Written by Naomi Novik

    Narrated by David Thorn

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    About this audiobook

    When Britain intercepted a French ship and its precious cargo-an unhatched dragon's egg-Capt. Will Laurence of HMS Reliant unexpectedly became master and commander of the noble dragon he named Temeraire. As new recruits in Britain's Aerial Corps, man and dragon soon proved their mettle in daring combat against Bonaparte's invading forces.

    Now China has discovered that its rare gift, intended for Napoleon, has fallen into British hands-and an angry Chinese delegation vows to reclaim the remarkable beast. But Laurence refuses to cooperate. Facing the gallows for his defiance, Laurence has no choice but to accompany Temeraire back to the Far East-a long voyage fraught with peril, intrigue, and the untold terrors of the deep. Yet once the pair reaches the court of the Chinese emperor, even more shocking discoveries and darker dangers await.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherPenguin Random House Audio
    Release dateMar 6, 2007
    ISBN9780739354162
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    Throne of Jade: Temeraire
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    Naomi Novik

    Naomi Novik is the acclaimed author of the Temeraire series and standalone fairytale fantasy Uprooted. She has been nominated for the Hugo Award and has won the John W. Campbell Award for Best New Writer, as well as the Locus Award for Best New Writer and the Compton Crook Award for Best First Novel. She is also the author of the graphic novel Will Supervillains Be on the Final? Fascinated with both history and legends, Novik is a first-generation American raised on Polish fairy tales and stories of Baba Yaga. Her own adventures include pillaging degrees in English literature and computer science from various ivory towers, designing computer games, and helping to build the Archive of Our Own for fanfiction and other fanworks. Novik is a co-founder of the Organization for Transformative Works. She lives in New York City with husband and Hard Case Crime founder Charles Ardai and their daughter, Evidence, surrounded by an excessive number of purring computers.

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    • 5/5
      The bromance is under fire when China sends a Prince to London to demand Temeraire's return. I loved this second instalment even more than the first, possibly because of its single minded focus on relationships rather than military interludes. I’m delighted to say I couldn’t guess all the plot twists, and if the knowledge that there’s numerous books left in the series undercut the tension to a certain extent, it didn’t reduce my enjoyment in the slightest. My only criticism is that this second novel is incredibly male-dominated; I very much missed Jane Roland once the boys set sail, and was sad that the lady dragons of China stayed largely off the page for all their influence. I hope for a more balanced community in the next book.Full review.
    • 4/5
      This is the second book in the Temeraire series and was a much weaker book than the first book in this series. I still really enjoyed the relationship between Temeraire and Lawrence. However, I felt like nothing really happened in this book and that things were really drawn out.I listened to this on audiobook and the audiobook was very well done. Vance is a joy to listen to and does a great job with differentiating character voices and portraying emotion.The whole story is about Laurence and Temeraire journeying to China and then trying to make sure they aren't separated. China thinks Temeraire should be back in China, but Laurence and Temeraire do not want that to happen.In general this made for a slow and boring read. Lots of time is spent sailing and is spent with Laurence and Temeraire cooling their heels in the Chinese court. I enjoyed watching Temeraire meet other dragons of his type. There was also a battle with a sea dragon that was entertaining.Overall this was still a very well written book and I enjoyed Temeraire immensely but I don't think I will be continuing with this series. The stories have been very military in nature (something I don’t enjoy), very "day in the life of" and I don't understand the where this series is going plot-wise.
    • 4/5
      While I enjoyed this book greatly, it didn't hold as much sway for me as the first one.Which is still fine because I still enjoyed this book greatly, sometimes i's just hard to live up to the debut. In this second book in the series Laurence and Temeraire are summoned to China. A royal escort has come to take them back to China to explain themselves to the emperor. The Chinese embassy is aghast that an imperial dragon such as Temeraire would be allowed to fight in battles and treated as if he were any other ordinary dragon. Reluctantly they head off for a six month journey. Along the way lie many dangers, and Termeraire and Laurence's relationship begins to strain a little. What will happen if Temeraire likes China better? Will they really be safe there? And will they ever be able to go back home? The sea journey was a little long for me, but there was a lot more intrigue and a lot more dragons which i appreciated.
    • 3/5
      I liked it, but it felt a little slow. The political meanderings and the voyage on the ship was good, but it felt like it dragged. The end picked up the pace, but it felt a little rushed. I kind of wish more time was spent with some action and Laurence and Temeraire actually in China. Overall, not bad, and I will continue the series, but this wasn't the greatest sequel.
    • 4/5
      This novel continues the story that began in His Majesty's Dragon, and does so without feeling like the same exact story. I enjoyed learning more about Temeraire's origins (and about the dragons in general).
    • 3/5
      another good audio
    • 4/5
      I have to rate this one only 3 stars, because the story did drone on in detail, but the essential relationship still warms the center. The good surprise is that another culture treats their dragons much differently. It kind of opens up a question box of assumptions.
    • 5/5
      The premise of this series sounds ridiculous but in fact it is brilliantly conceived and executed. The dragons are absolutely fantastic, and so believable. I have to keep reminding myself that this is fiction. :)
    • 4/5
      I'm just thoroughly enjoying this series because of the relationship between Lawrence and Temeraire. It's not for everyone, but it's a nice change from young adult literature that I read all the time as a middle school librarian.In this novel, Temeraire is wanted back in China. Lawrence is an unwelcome addition, but England hopes to use them to their advantage. With Hammond as the diplomat along, Lawrence and Temeraire experience a whole new world and a world of diplomacy that they cannot understand. In China, dragons are treated much differently, which greatly appeals to Temeraire. Probably half of the novel is the voyage to China. It's a dangerous trip and a dangerous time in China, as Lawrence finds himself the object of assassination.Once again, it's not for everyone, but it is greatly appealing to me at this moment in time.
    • 4/5
      China discovers that their gift intended for Napoleon has fallen into British hands, specifically, a prized dragon has fallen into inexperienced dragon master Will Laurence's hands. China intends to get its dragon back. Though not as special as the first in the series when readers are first introduced to Temeraire, this second book adds more political intrigue and continues developing the relationship between Laurence and Temeraire. Simon Vance's narration is excellent.
    • 3/5
      Not quite as good as its predecessor, His Majesty's Dragon, but still a good read. I do not complain about a lack of action, because considering the books roots in Patrick O'Brian, it is not surprising that there should be less in the way of fighting in some books. However, when Captain Laurence and Temeraire do not even reach China until the last third of the book, it seems as if there could easily have been an entire book devoted to the journey, and a second devoted to their stay in China. Some of the plot threads do seem to be wrapped up too quickly at the end.
    • 3/5
      Not very much action and drags out at times. I barely made it through.
    • 5/5
      It's like if Downton Abbey had dragons and was in China
    • 5/5
      One of my faves. And my dads too.
    • 4/5
      A very good book for a second one in a series. A tad slow. Raises issues of slavery, class, culture, and servitude but is not strident, and I suspect could be read without realizing their prominence.
    • 4/5
      The 2nd book was just as good as the first.
    • 4/5
      The 2nd book in the Temeraire series continues off where the 1st book left off continuing the relationship with Temeraire and Lawrence. In this book they travel to China and deal with the drama about Temeraire's origins. This one is slower and has less substance then the 1st book, but still overly delightful. There is more world building as you learn more about dragons in general. If you plan on reading the whole series then you will likely enjoy this book. If you were unsure of the 1st book, this book will not make the series more appealing.
    • 4/5
      I enjoyed this one as much as the first volume. Slower-paced, definitely, but no less rich. The reader gradually learns more about dragons - and about China.
    • 5/5
      In the second book in the Temeraire series, Laurence and his dragon, Temeraire, must go to China when the Chinese emperor discovers that his gift to Napoleon has gone amiss and a Celestial is serving in the British aerial corps.The main strength of the series, to my mind, is Laurence and Temeraire's conversations - sometimes bantering, sometimes serious. In this one, the treatment of dragons in Britain is questioned, particularly in reference to the slave trade. Though they don't reach China until well into the book, the journey is a lot of fun because of the well-rounded characters who are so much fun to spend time with.
    • 4/5
      A Chinese envoy arrives in England to demand that Temeraire (who, you may recall, was revealed to be a super-special Chinese Celestial breed) be returned to his rightful country. They claim that the British are treating him poorly by making him work, and that he is too special to be ridden by anyone but royalty. Skip ahead a few dozen pages and Temeraire and Laurence are, of course, on a ship bound for the Orient, and seeing much of the world along the way. Exactly as delightful as I expected it to be, plus the addition of interesting commentaries on socialism, imperialism, and slavery. Temeraire provides a unique perspective on early 1800s politics, since he a) is seeing the world with unbiased eyes, and b) can say whatever the hell he wants without worrying about his position in society. I also enjoyed learning about the other dragons in different parts of the world. Perfection, really. I hope I get to the next book sooner.
    • 4/5
      "This book picks up shortly after the other one left off. Laurence and Tameraire are being sent to China in order to work out the details. They had tried to convince Tameraire to take another ""more suitable"" captain from China but he refused. So they begin their long and perilous journey. Along the way they go under attack Tameraire gets his first cold and first really bad injury go under attack again arrive in China get attacked again and finally come to a sort of agreement. This book had its moments of obvious action even though there wasn't a war to fight. However the biggest feat would be the development of Temeraire and I am not so certain I really liked all of it. I love that Tameraire's character is set up to be an individual rather than a pet but his lack of understanding and actions should have more consequence than letting them slide by out of fear of losing him.

      Still even if I didn't personally like the character development completely it is a great read. It is written well and fluid. The descriptions of not only another culture but the vibrant colors and cities involved are easy to imagine through the words. I can't wait to be on to the next in this series and see where it takes me next."
    • 4/5
      I have no idea how I originally came across the first book in this series, or what made me stick with the Napoleonic era naval battles that opened the first book. But once I was introduced to Temeraire as a newly hatched dragon, I was hooked! I can only take the story in small doses, given that the emphasis on military strategy and the lengthy descriptions of battles tends to make my mind wander. But I'm all ears when the story focuses on Temeraire and his "radical" ideas about dragons' right to self determination!
    • 4/5
      I love this series. However the high anxiety factor of this particular book made me give it 4 instead of 5 stars. Granted there could only be one result but it still made me anxious. I will put it on a favorite shelf though.
    • 5/5
      I listened to this book read by the inestimable Simon Vance. I now understand why everyone I know who listens to audiobooks raves about him as a narrator. He is masterful at expressing the different voices and conveying the emotions.My sister gave me the first book in this series, His Majesty's Dragon. I remember being a little unsure whether I would like a book that seemed more on the fantasy end of the spectrum than I usually read. However, I really liked it and I was delighted when I found the audiobook available as a free download from my library. I'll be looking for more.In this installment Temeraire and Captain Laurence are sent to China with a Chinese delegation who want Temeraire returned to China. The bond between Temeraire and Captain Laurence is strong and Temeraire refuses to leave England without him. On the long sea voyage not only do they have to face boredom and unfriendly boardings but one of the Chinese is trying to kill Captain Laurence. Even when they get to China it seems clear that Laurence's death would be one solution to the vexing problem of how to get Temeraire back. But, of course, that's not what happens. Read or listen to find out how this thorny issue is resolved.
    • 3/5
      This is definitely a middle book. The majority of the book was taken up by the travel to China, a very long journey. Relationships are made or deepened, new characters are introduced, new plotlines revealed, but not much else. There was mostly just character development, with a few interspersed scenes of action to keep the reader reading. If this quality had been in a standalone novel I would have dropped the book. Since it was the middle book of a trilogy, I decided to stick with it to see if the third book got any better. The writing is still pretty good, but the plot of this particular book could have benefited from something more.
    • 3/5
      There was nothing in it for me that equaled charm of meeting the dragons in the first book. Overall it was still enjoyable, but only just.
    • 5/5
      The second book in the series. I really liked it. Laurence and Temeraire are forced to take the long journey to China after the Emperor's brother arrives demanding the dragon's return. The characters are very well written and the story is fast paced and exciting.
    • 4/5
      This is the second book in a set of nine novels in a series set during the English/French Napoleonic Wars, with each side mustering aerial forces made up of dragons and their navigational teams.The saga is centered on the dragon Temeraire and his captain, Will Laurence. At the end of the first book, they discovered that Temeraire is not an Imperial Dragon as they thought, but a Celestial, one of only nine in the world. The Chinese intended Temeraire for the Emperor Napoleon, and in this book, Laurence and Temeraire are forced to travel to China to argue against the Chinese reclaiming Temeraire.Once in China, the two discover that dragons are much more integrated into everyday life than in the West, and are treated with much more respect. Temeraire becomes quite indignant on his own behalf and that of his colleagues back in Britain, but there is some question whether he will be allowed to leave China, taking his radical ideas with him.
    • 3/5
      Not quite as good as its predecessor, His Majesty's Dragon, but still a good read. I do not complain about a lack of action, because considering the books roots in Patrick O'Brian, it is not surprising that there should be less in the way of fighting in some books. However, when Captain Laurence and Temeraire do not even reach China until the last third of the book, it seems as if there could easily have been an entire book devoted to the journey, and a second devoted to their stay in China. Some of the plot threads do seem to be wrapped up too quickly at the end.
    • 4/5
      3.5
      I still loved the characters and the writing and the world-building (dragon species, etc) was still astounding, but honestly I found this book a bit dull. The vast majority was comprised of traveling. While there were a few battles with [insert opponent here], most were just random encounters in the course of oceanic transport. There were very few events of actual importance to the plot. What little there was, was crowded in the last 1/4 or so of the book. Even then, Laurence's reticence to push people/dragons for further information left the reader wanting information. Still a good book, but I didn't enjoy it anywhere near as much as the first.