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Throne of Jade (Temeraire, Book 2) (Mass Market Paperback)

by Naomi Novik (Author)
Key Phrases: striped dragon, pepper gun, harness men, Naomi Novik, Sun Kai, Liu Bao (more...)

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It's tough to top the novelty of a new series, especially one that intermingles historical fiction and high fantasy. If reviewers aren't as agog over this new installment, write it off to familiarity, not boredom. Like any good middle of a trilogy, relationships are deepened, new characters are introduced, and novel plot twists set up a run toward the finale, Black Powder War—which, thanks to an aggressive publishing schedule, has already come out in hardcover. Throne of Jade is a solid second entry in what is shaping up to be an intriguing series.

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*Starred Review* Captain Laurence had commanded a ship in the Royal Navy (see His Majesty's Dragon, 2006) but was relegated to the aviator corps after bonding with the hatchling from the dragon egg his ship found aboard a French prize his ship had seized. He and Temeraire, the hatchling, are a team now, and at the opening of Throne of Jade, he won't accept that the admiralty wants to send Temeraire back to China and him, Laurence, to trick the dragon into going. But Temeraire, it turns out, is a Celestial, hence among the very finest of dragons, and the Chinese ambassador insists he be returned. Temeraire agrees to go only if Laurence does, too, and after an adventurous transit--transporting dragons by sea from England to China with eighteenth-century sailing technology is no picnic--the English party arrives to face the intrigues of the Chinese court. The court is an eye-opener for the aviators. Dragons aren't treated as servants or beasts of burden, as they are in Europe, but as lords and princes. Temeraire, or Lung Tien Xiang, is an imperial prince, with kin in Peking. But Cain and Abel also exist among dragons, and a trail of intrigue begun in London excitingly climaxes at the imperial court. At the end of Throne of Jade, the British party, including Temeraire, is free to return to England. Frieda Murray
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Mass Market Paperback: 432 pages
Publisher: Del Rey (April 25, 2006)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0345481291
ISBN-13: 978-0345481290
Product Dimensions: 6.7 x 3.8 x 1.7 inches
Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)

Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (57 customer reviews)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Even better than its predecessor!, May 30, 2006

By	Nichola F "Fay" (Egypt) - See all my reviews

Novik succeeds admirably in creating a novel which follows on neatly where 'Temeraire' (US title 'His Majesty's Dragon') left off - and yet which could be read very satisfyingly as a stand-alone by anyone who had not read the previous tale. I was very impressed by the elegance and clarity with which she provided the whole 'Previously, on Temeraire' information in the first few pages without ever resorting to obvious expositiony tactics. The opening scene drops us into the thick of things and immediately wins the reader over to worrying about the future for Lawrence and Temeraire, and when they *are* reunited - well, I for one was quite choked, and rooting for them, and wanting to *punch* the wretched idiots who were treating them both so badly. And the story had barely begun, at that point.

Other reviewers will tell you that Novik evokes an alternative history with verve and clarity through her attention to period detail, and they're right. They may also praise the fascinating way that she envisions her dragons (and similar beasts) interacting with humans, whether in Europe, at Sea, in Africa or in China. And they're right too - she gives us thoroughly intriguing and carefully considered glimpses into this unprettified fantasy world, and raises real questions about how humans would interact with other sentient beings - and how they do interact with other people.

But the thing that I enjoy most about both 'Temeraire' and 'Throne of Jade' is how very rounded and real and touching are the relationships that Novik delineates. Most obviously being that between Lawrence and Temeraire - but all the interpersonal dynamics are interesting and well observed, and it is this, perhaps even more than the marvellously detailed evocation of naval life or the aerial corps, that really breathes life and soul into the books. Certainly there is an interesting plot full of swashbuckling at sea and political machinations; certainly there are fire-breathing dragons and peril and bravery and all that jazz, and there's even a dash of sex. But the heart of the novel, and its predecessor, is the relationship between Lawrence and Temeraire, and how this relationship shapes and changes them both.

Look, just stop dithering, and buy the bloody thing already! It's a Very Good Book Indeed.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Another wonderful novel from Novik!, April 29, 2006

By	armchairinterviews.com (Minnesota) - See all my reviews

Second in the Temeraire trilogy, this story begins shortly after the events in the preceding novel, His Majesty's Dragon. Novik again captures the period perfectly, seamlessly introducing her dragons into the Napoleanic Era.

Temeraire is a Celestial dragon, the most highly-prized of all draconian breeds; famed for their intelligence, agility, and most of all for the Divine Wind--their earth-shattering roar capable of sundering the heavy timbers of warships. He was meant to be the companion of Napolean himself, not to be a companion for a mere English officer.

The Chinese are very angry, and demand his return, forcibly separating him from Captain Laurence. Temeraire balks at the separation, and in a show of power, demolishes the building in which he is being held. In the end it is decided that Laurence will accompany him to China, where it is assumed that Temeraire will come to his senses.

On the journey, several attempts are made on Laurence's life to no avail. The plotting and machinations only become worse once they arrive in China as the Chinese use means both fair and foul try to come between Laurence and his dragon. Eventually a resolution is achieved that allows the pair to remain together formally.

Temeraire is astonished to find that dragons are honored members of society in China, earning their own money, and taught literacy. Being of a philosophical bent, this encourages him to speak out against the injustice done to the dragons of England much to Laurence's chagrin, as Laurence can't deny the inequity, even though Laurence is afraid that attempts at change will be futile.

Having discovered how much nicer life is in China for dragons, will Temeraire willingly return to England?

This episode has less focus on combat than the first, but still manages to provide enough action to be exciting. It also deepens and develops the relationship between Capt.

Laurence and Temeraire, adding depth and yet another dimension to the story.

Armchair Interviews says: Novik has written another highly character-driven novel, which keeps the pages turning as the reader has to discover what will happen next.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A Well Imagined Second Book in This Great New Series , December 25, 2006

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After the first book in the Temeraire series, Novik could have immediately jumped into the next battle for Europe with Napoleon's army; but instead, she sends Temeraire and Captain Laurence to China by sea after a delegation from the Emperor arrives to protest that a Celestial Imperial dragon is companion to a person of lowly station as opposed to a person of royal blood as he was destined. The delegation demands Temeraire separation from Laurence and return to China. Laurence and Temeraire refuse and must head to China as the Crown's representative will not stand his ground in fear of offending the great nation.

But, the story is more than meets eye as Captain Laurence is reunited with Riley - his First Mate on the HMS Reliant - who is now captain of the HMS Allegiance, a newly constructed Dragon Carrier, and the Allegiance sails for China with Temeraire, Laurence, Temeraire's crew, the Chinese delegation - which includes the Emperor's brother - and Hammond, the ambassador sent along to negotiate a favorable embassy in exchange for giving Temeraire back to the Chinese.

What at first seems like it will be a steady slog to some unknown story destination, actually turns into a character development plot for Laurence, Temeraire, and the entire dragon crew. First intrigue develops on the voyage as they circle around Africa and head east, then it intensifies once they reach China and await an audience with the Emperor.

While they wait, Temeraire and Laurence learn much more about China, its dragons, and Temeraire's origins; and, Temeraire learns much more about his talents and the possibilities for all dragons.

Beyond a story that deepens our understanding of Temeraire and this world where dragons live alongside humans, we also have an interesting morality play that will have repercussions in the third book, The Black Powder War (I can only assume as I have yet to read the third book).

Originally billed as a trilogy, Novik has said she will write more in this universe now that the original three story arc has been completed...I look forward to reading the third book and those that will follow.

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A Guide to my Book Rating System:

1 star = The wood pulp would have been better utilized as toilet paper.
2 stars = Don't bother, clean your bathroom instead.
3 stars = Wasn't a waste of time, but it was time wasted.
4 stars = Good book, but not life altering.
5 stars = This book changed my world in at least some small way.

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4.0 out of 5 stars An enjoyable continuation story.
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4.0 out of 5 stars A good follow-up to the first book.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Throne of Jade - not as good as #1, but still fun
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3.0 out of 5 stars keesp the story going.
this second installment isnt going to knock your socks off but it gives a little backstory for fans of the series.

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