- Jodi Taylorzip — A Catalogue Of Catastrophe

We get rare, inventive glimpses into the London of the Future , expanding the scope of the universe beyond the usual historical jumps. Final Verdict: Is It Worth the Jump?

Constant "time hopping" is beginning to take its toll, leading to "time-travel sickness" and Max questioning her own sanity. A Catalogue of Catastrophe - Jodi Taylorzip

In a departure from the usual St Mary's formula, this book sees Max and her irrepressible BFF, , working as "recovery agents" away from the Institute. Fans of Markham are in for a treat; he is a prominent player here, proving that even when they aren't officially on the St Mary's clock, trouble finds them with pinpoint accuracy. A Masterclass in Historical Mayhem We get rare, inventive glimpses into the London

For long-time readers, this is a "lucky 13" that manages to mix up the formula while keeping the "heart of the stories" intact. Whether you're here for the "beautiful lacerations" patched up by enthusiastic doctors or the perfectly timed cups of tea, A Catalogue of Catastrophe proves that after thirteen books, the St Mary’s world is still anything but formulaic. In a departure from the usual St Mary's

Check out the official reading companion if you need help keeping the timelines straight! Blog Tour – A Catalogue of Catastrophe - Fi's Bibliofiles

Seeing Max and Markham play it "off the cuff" while undercover to suss out a sinister organization adds a fresh layer of tension to the series.

If you’ve followed the disaster magnets of St Mary’s Institute of Historical Research long enough, you know that "quiet" is a relative term. In , our favorite protagonist, Madeleine "Max" Maxwell, finally thinks she has that elusive office job—no heavy lifting, no one trying to kill her. Well, as the official series summary notes, "one out of two's not bad". The Dynamic Duo: Max & Markham