Throne of Jade
(Temeraire 2)
Naomi Novik
Dates Read
Dec 14 - 17
2024
Listened to audio courtesy of PRH Audio
11 hrs
Blurb:
When Britain intercepted a French ship and its precious cargo--an unhatched dragon's egg--Captain 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 Napoleon 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. A reluctant Laurence has no choice but to take Temeraire back to China--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.
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Pre Read Thoughts:
What we know:
-Temeraire is a Celestial dragon, which could cause political issues with China.
-Napoleon has airships of a sorts
10% Report
I like that it started in the action. There was no waiting on the Chinese they were already there and they were already trying to get Temeraire back. I also like how proud Temeraire was of his defying the government and protecting his person.
60% Report
Sick dragons is a funny though though I feel bad for Temeraire the giant baby.
Also I love how after having the women are equal debate with Temeraire and Laurence, Riley decides to duck out when Laurence has to give the 'talk' to Temeraire.
75% Report
The Sea dragon was interesting. There are other large mystical creatures. In this world. Also we've made it to China and Temeraire is still being possessive.
Completion Report
Temeraire met his mother which was awesome and we found out he has a "twin". Temeraire learns to read and write in Chinese, and now they may be headed back to completely upend the dragon raising system in Europe.
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