The ninth book in the bestselling British madcap time-travelling series, served with a dash of wit that seems to be everyone’s cup of tea. Behind the seemingly innocuous facade of St. Mary’s Institute of Historical Research, a different kind of academic work is taking place. Just don’t call it “time travel”?these historians “investigate major historical events in contemporary time.” And they … time.” And they aren’t your harmless eccentrics either; a more accurate description, as they ricochet around history, might be unintentional disaster-magnets.
From Tudor England to the burning city of Persepolis, from a medieval St. Mary’s under siege to Victorian Rushford and a very nasty case of gaol fever, Max is struggling to keep her private life intact. There’s an ambitious programme hindered by giant teapots, plus Mrs. Midgely’s objection to dead hamsters in her airing cupboard, and Mr. Markham’s stubborn refusal to reveal his exact marital status.
And as if that’s not enough’the unfortunately not leprosy-laden Malcolm Halcombe is back. Admittedly, none of this is the most secure platform from which to launch an initiative to bring down the renegade Clive Ronan, but hey’what’s the worst that could happen?
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This is another fantastic episode in the St Mary’s series. (Note: the narrator is terrific for the audio version as well!) , and the story carries you along. From Persepholis to the early Middle Ages, Max is confronted with the typical St Mary’s catastrophes, handled with her usual aplomb! This story has an added twist: Max becomes stranded in another time, and for once, her chances of rescue are slim to none. Instead of giving up, she manages to survive. How she does it takes up most of this fascinating tale. Highly reccommended!
I have read every book in the Chronicles of St. Mary’s series and have enjoyed every one.
Love this series.
already have recommended this book
I just love this series!
Great! Loved this whole series of books.
Like all of Jodi Taylor’s St. Mary’s Chronicles,Argumentation was a delight. I found Jodi Taylor through BookBub and am happy to say she is now a favorite author.If you like strong women,history and dare I say. ‘time travel’ the St. Mary’s Chronicles are your cup of tea.
I laughed, I worried, and I rejoiced! This was such a good book and the characters are so gritty real.
Once again, an excellent St. Mary’s book.
Jodi Taylor knocks it out of the park AGAIN!