Treason's Harbour Audiobook

" In my opinion, this is one of the best of the Aubrey Maturin series. There is action in the ordinary sense of the word, but the best action is in the development of the characters. "

" I enjoyed Treason’s Harbour and it’s continued sage of J.Aubrey – S. Maturin. Their on going quest for Prize money (Jack) and the selfless love coupled with scientific interest (Stehpen) have always kept this listener interest. I particularly enjoyed the use of Edmund Halley “diving bell”(1690) and the desert trek for French (Napoleonic) silver. I did find Patrick Tull’s (narrator) brogue “a bit over the top”. I will continue listening to the saga. Post Script: As an added dimension, I keep a map of each novel to plot their travels. "

" Not up to the standard of the previous books in the series, Aubrey seems tired of life. I know the characters are getting older but do feel sometimes that O'Brian treats his main characters a little harshly. Money worries, career problems and women troubles. "

" Please note, this 5 star rating is based on my long ago memories of this book - I may have read it greater than 12 years ago. I recall reading and really liking it, and even kept the book to read again in the future (something I only do with good, or otherwise significant books). The memories of an old man are sometimes faulty so this could really only warrant 3.5 to 4.5 stars, instead of the 5 I gave it. Once I re-read the book I will update this rating/review to more accurately reflect my thoughts. "

" The endings are getting less and less resolved making the books less stand-alone, but I can tell I'm getting more drawn in. Two finished in under a week! "

" Another fantastic entry in the saga! Diving bells, treks across Sinai, spies and traitors, sailing, and a couple good battles. I'm starting the next one today! "

" While I drive, I'm re-listening to all of Patrick O'Brian's Aubrey/Maturin series read by Patrick Tull (and you have to get Patrick Tull who knows the naval jargon and all the characters) - for me this was the best way to experience the books. "

" One of O'Brian's best so far. I really loved the telling of this story, and the fact that he left it as a cliff hanger for book 10 to pick up on rather than wrapping it up neatly as he usually does. Jack and Stephen are two of my favorite characters in literature, possessing admirable qualities mixed with human weakness. "

" Not O'Brian's finest, but then, it's hard to portray a series of less-than-successful missions in a thoroughly gripping way. One thing I enjoyed about it is that Stephen's intelligence work drives the narrative, rather than Jack's exploits. "

" Previously read Feb. 1, 2009 "

" Previously read Feb. 1, 2009 "

" Treachery, battles, duplicity...a good read! "

" Good effort from O'Brien. I think that he is dragging out Aubrey's skippering of the HMS Surprise a bit much. I like the dredging up of Wray and turning him into a villain. "

" Another fantastic entry in the saga! Diving bells, treks across Sinai, spies and traitors, sailing, and a couple good battles. I'm starting the next one today! "

" Not the book in the series to start with but an excellent contributor to the series. "

" While I drive, I'm re-listening to all of Patrick O'Brian's Aubrey/Maturin series read by Patrick Tull (and you have to get Patrick Tull who knows the naval jargon and all the characters) - for me this was the best way to experience the books. "

" Less ship on ship action, more spy vs spy. Not like it's a bad thing. "

" Worst of the series. Slow paced and hard to follow. "

" This felt like half of a book. One of the major plotlines doesn't resolve at all. I'm sure it's covered in the next book of the series, but I was annoyed. "

" Less ship on ship action, more spy vs spy. Not like it's a bad thing. "

" As usual, this book had beautiful writing. Unfortunately, it was tied to a very weak plot. Obviously, this book was written as a bridge, introducing characters and situations that will be fleshed out in the future. But, I was disappointed. Three stars for plot, four for writing. "

" love teh series "

" Not the book in the series to start with but an excellent contributor to the series. "

" Not up to the standard of the previous books in the series, Aubrey seems tired of life. I know the characters are getting older but do feel sometimes that O'Brian treats his main characters a little harshly. Money worries, career problems and women troubles. "

" I love this series. I never thought I'd be on tenterhooks reading about naval battles, but Jack and Stephen are so likeable, and O'Brian writes so well that these books are accessible to anyone. "

" As always, O'Brian is grabbing me with his characters. He is so gifted with his portraits of characters, and makes you almost wish they were real people that you be befriend! "

" Time for a break before going on to "The Far Side of the World." "

" Another fun Aubrey/Maturin novel. Another interesting entry into the series. "

" Maybe I'm "getting" O'Brian's humour more, but I thought this one had some good lines. And, there's a map! "

" One of my favorites from O'Brian's wonderful Aubrey Maturin series. "

" Muy bueno, no puedo parar... "

" Another great book in the series. Not one of the absolute best, but definitely a fun read. Love the diving bell! "

" Still fine. Still an inimitable mixture of light humour, intellectual stretch, rich character and suspenseful story. "

" Part of the Master and Commander series. I love this series. This is the 9th in the series. A guilty pleasure if you like historical novels. A big plus if you like naval stuff. "

" Entirely enjoyable! I'm loving how well I'm getting to know these characters as I work my way through the books. They are like old friends now. "

" Another fine Aubrey Maturin yarn. Some nice twists and tales. "

" I brought this book on my coast-to-coast travels, and its familiar world and depictions of true friendship made excellent company throughout. The only problem was that I finished the book before I reached home, so I'll have to remember to bring at least two books next time. "

" Not one of the best in the Aubrey/Maturin series, but anything by O'Brian is good fun when read by the wonderful Patrick Tull. "

" Not O'Brian's finest, but then, it's hard to portray a series of less-than-successful missions in a thoroughly gripping way. One thing I enjoyed about it is that Stephen's intelligence work drives the narrative, rather than Jack's exploits. "

" Doesn't stand on its own. "

" Beware of officious government clerks. "

" Oh, no! A double agent keeps betraying Jack's position to the French, but Stephen can't figure out who it is! He is still clueless at the end of the book! Wake up, Stephen! It is so obvious!! "

" A bit slow to get going, but a strong conclusion. "

" Previously read Feb. 1, 2009 "

" This felt like half of a book. One of the major plotlines doesn't resolve at all. I'm sure it's covered in the next book of the series, but I was annoyed. "

" Treachery, battles, duplicity...a good read! "

" Another fine Aubrey Maturin yarn. Some nice twists and tales. "

" Another fine Aubrey Maturin yarn. Some nice twists and tales. "

" Another great book in the series. Not one of the absolute best, but definitely a fun read. Love the diving bell! "

" Another great book in the series. Not one of the absolute best, but definitely a fun read. Love the diving bell! "

" Another solid outing from the tales of Aubrey and Maturin. It looks like there will be less of an effort to contain storylines within one book, instead focusing more on longer, multi-book arcs. Still, the story is good and the pace is brisk. Can't wait for book ten! "

" Another solid outing from the tales of Aubrey and Maturin. It looks like there will be less of an effort to contain storylines within one book, instead focusing more on longer, multi-book arcs. Still, the story is good and the pace is brisk. Can't wait for book ten! "

" Oh, no! A double agent keeps betraying Jack's position to the French, but Stephen can't figure out who it is! He is still clueless at the end of the book! Wake up, Stephen! It is so obvious!! "

" Oh, no! A double agent keeps betraying Jack's position to the French, but Stephen can't figure out who it is! He is still clueless at the end of the book! Wake up, Stephen! It is so obvious!! "

" This felt like half of a book. One of the major plotlines doesn't resolve at all. I'm sure it's covered in the next book of the series, but I was annoyed. "

" This felt like half of a book. One of the major plotlines doesn't resolve at all. I'm sure it's covered in the next book of the series, but I was annoyed. "

" As usual, this book had beautiful writing. Unfortunately, it was tied to a very weak plot. Obviously, this book was written as a bridge, introducing characters and situations that will be fleshed out in the future. But, I was disappointed. Three stars for plot, four for writing. "

" As usual, this book had beautiful writing. Unfortunately, it was tied to a very weak plot. Obviously, this book was written as a bridge, introducing characters and situations that will be fleshed out in the future. But, I was disappointed. Three stars for plot, four for writing. "