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A Natural History of Dragons

By: Marie Brennan
Narrated by: Kate Reading
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From Scirland to the farthest reaches of Eriga, Isabella, Lady Trent is known to be the world’s preeminent dragon naturalist.

Here at last, in her own words, is the true story of a pioneering spirit who risked her reputation and her prospects to satisfy her scientific curiosity; of how she sought true love and happiness despite her lamentable eccentricities; and how she made the first of many historic discoveries that would change the world forever.

©2013 Bryn Neuenschwander (P)2013 Macmillan Audio Classics Fantasy

Critic Reviews

"A rich and absorbing tale" ( Publishers Weekly)
"It's a compelling book, with the authority of a great writer, and it's the start of what surely will be a wonderful series." ( The Book Bag)

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Fabulous combo of Nature writing, alt reality and fantasy

Once I grew used to the reading style this was a fabulous and engaging few hours. It is not particularly long compared to what I normally read and was just a wonderful palate cleanser between other fantasy series. Highly recommend if you are looking for something fresh and different with a strong female lead.

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well written

this book is well written and the voice actors did great work adding to the story.

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Lovely lively and it had me at each chapter

I honestly loved the words and the language that has been lost in our modern times.even though so called fiction I honestly feel that dragons were at one point very much real, loved the lively and adventurous nature of the Arthur.I was laughing crying and just loved this book that opened a door into a world since lost in our modern time.

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Great story, engaging but predictable

I enjoyed this book. I might listen to the other instalment me when I need something easy and fun.

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Thoroughly enjoyable story

A great fantasy adventure. Drama, excitement, DRAGONS. Kate narrated the story so well. Well worth a listen, it would make a good introduction to reading Fantasy..

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Very enjoyable

I loved this so much. It was a little slow to start, but it didn't take long for me to fall in love with the main character and her adventure. Kate Reading provides, as always, a narration that had me totally rapt in the story.

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