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The Time Being

By: Antonia Honeywell
Narrated by: Melody Grove
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At 11 Lalla should be enjoying her childhood in London. But this is not London as we know it. In a collapsed society, Lalla struggles to imagine her future. When a government announcement invites her to enjoy a new life in Regent’s Park, Lalla sees a glimmer of hope. But what is she willing to risk?

The Time Being is the short-story prequel to The Ship by Antonia Honeywell, if you enjoyed this, you’ll love the full-length novel sequel.

©2014 Antonia Honeywell (P)2014 W.F. Howes Ltd Contemporary Fiction Genre Fiction

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The Time Being is written by Antonia Honeywell and is the short story prequel to the full length audiobook The Ship, narrated by actress Melody Grove. This is a beautifully written and intricately constructed story entwined with suspense. Futuristic London is a dangerous and uninviting place. Young Lalla, like all children, is focused only on survival. When the government offers the people a chance for a real future, Lalla is suspicious. Will she risk everything for the promise of protection? What secrets do the government have lying inside Regent’s Park? Available now from Audible.
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It is an interesting take on the world, read well and interesting. Probably wouldn't read the series personally but others will like it.

Interesting

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I didn't really enjoy this short story but am glad I listened to it. There was nothing wrong with it only that I now know that I definitely don't like this genre. I expect many people will enjoy it but unfortunately it's not for me.I like the fact that it was a free short story because it gave me an opportunity to try a new genre without investing in a full length book

The time being

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Having listened to this snippet/taster I would like to think I would continue to enjoy the whole story . I also enjoyed the voices .

I thoroughly enjoyed this snippet! <br />

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Best book I've ever listened to it made me thing and feel for the people in the story highly recommend

Amazing

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This child epitomises the human race - refusing to believe the obvious evil until it is forced on us. We are too gullible to accept human nature, but that in itself is human nature.
All in all, a touching little tale to remind us to keep our minds forever open.

Time to believe

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