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Infernal Devices (Mortal Engines, Book 3)

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The third thrilling book in the stunning Predator Cities series!

The mighty engines of Anchorage have been rusted and dead for years. The derelict city no longer roams the Ice Wastes, but has settled on the edge of the land that was once America. Tom Natsworthy and Hester Shaw are happy in the safety of a static settlement, but their daughter, Wren, is desperate for adventure. When a dangerously charming submarine pirate offers her a chance to escape, Wren doesn't think twice about leaving her home and her parents behind. But the pirate wants something in return - Wren must steal the mysterious Tin Book. To do so will ignite a conflict that could tear the whole world apart.

©2005 Philip Reeve (P)2018 Scholastic Inc. Science Fiction Science Fiction & Fantasy Fiction Adventure Pirate

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I first read the series aged 10 or so and have been waiting for the audiobook version to come out for years. It does not disappoint.

Still holds up as an adult

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great story, great voice acting. looking forward to listening next audiobook, shame there aren't any more.

great audiobook

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A good continuation of Reeves' unique world. Good narrator as well. Would recommend any of his books.

Love this series of books

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I'm sad that these books seem so short, possibly would be better if the whole series was made one MASSIVE audiobook and could be played back to back. Otherwise, once again, a cracking listen. Barnaby Edwards is a great reader, emotive and imaginative. The jump forward in time from the first two books is a great story device and only increases the wide world of the mortal engines series.

Great Story, with an even better Performance!

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loved it will get the next one. the quality was top notch. and the voice was good

good book great audio quality

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I have mixed feelings about this series, although as a 40 year old man I appreciate I'm not the target audience, but they were recommended by my daughter who's a big fan of the (written) books.
I like the world they're set in, suitably steampunky and different to anything else I've read, and this story is a huge improvement on the soap opera drama of the last one, but there are so few likeable characters it's hard to care.
This one helped along with the addition of a new primary protagonist in Wren who's mistakes can be put down to teenage rebellion, but who's heart is in the right place (which is more than can be said for most of the other characters).
Unfortunately the BBC broadcast voice of the narrator, whilst no doubt good for kids, drones a bit when I listen during a run.
Will definitely be finishing this series, but will check who is narrating the next series before listening to the follow ups.

Wren a delightful new addition

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fantastic characters and an ever evolving story. can't wait for book 4!

high quality production also.

these books keep getting better.

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Although classed as teen fiction I have long thought this does disservice to the work of Philip Reeve which to me demonstrates Tolkien levels of imagination and depth but with a lighter heart.

Great books read brilliantly.

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I really enjoyed this book. Very exciting fast paced story. I have to read something else in order to savour the last book in the series.

Fantastic 3rd book in series

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An excellent continuation of the story. I enjoyed it thoroughly. Nice easy listen for adults and older children.

Great Steampunk Story

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