Enjoyable sea yarn

Well read story that moves along at a fair pace. I enjoy this series and the characters .

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Part two

If you made it this far through the series then you know what to expect
Perhaps this should be called the 13 gun salute part two as it follows straight on from where that book left off
Excellent listen and a must for anyone who's read the previous book
Far from a criticism but I look forward to more Maritime adventures as this book is set mainly on land

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another cracking read

and the saga continues.
From a desert island to the penal colony in Australia O'Brian's story is a must for all seafarers.

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Another solid romp

More of the same from this reliable and entertaining series.
Not too much in the way of naval exploits, but entertaining none the less

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Possibly his best book?

I've read this series through 4-5 times and have just got to the end of my second audible play through of the Nutmeg. Although it's quite difficult and mostly subjective to pick a favourite in this remarkable series I think this particular novel is a strong contender. I mean it's got it all, the aftermath of a shipwreck, the acquisition of a new ship, a chase, an action, a rendezvous, a prison break! It's non stop action in this book and yet because it's so far along in the series the subtleties are all there to be had as well. If you are new to the Aubrey Maturin series whatever you do don't try and read / listen to these out of sequence, make sure you start at the start and enjoy!

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Another great way to go sail the seas

An education of times past in a wooden shop powered only by sails and swept along by the wind. Discover life on board and the beginnings of Australia's settlement by the British, a wild country !

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Enjoyable

I've followed the series up to here and am full of admiration for the world O'Brian has created. I'm afraid I prefer the other narrators I have been used to with a different edition from the library. Jerrom uses lots of inflection and a rise and fall of volume and tone - always where it seems unnecessary. Jack Aubrey is often given a turn of voice far far too effeminate which really niggles and sometimes I'd prefer he stick to a flatter delivery of accents leaving me able to interpret for myself. I very nearly skipped the book out of frustration! I wont say I got used to it but I'm hooked on O'Brian's world now and it keeps me sane on a long drive! Perhaps, in fairness to Jerrom, I'm just used to my usual narrators now - others clearly really enjoyed his delivery.

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one of best stories from this incredible author

one of Patrick O'Brian's best novels from an outstanding series. wonderful story and beautifully read

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Gentle but captivating

The narrative tended to get very intricate at times but delightful characters and a good tale

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As always a brilliant narration by Ric Jerrom

Ric with his constantly changing accents and pronunciation really does bring the characters to life - you really get to know them as real people and not just characters in Patrick O'Brien's brilliant books.

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