Doing Time

a hilarious new spinoff from the Chronicles of St Mary's series
Series: The Time Police
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Doing Time by Jodi Taylor is a lively blend of science fiction and fantasy that follows a group of unlikely recruits into the world of time travel. Tasked with preserving history, these adventurous individuals face comic misadventures and unpredictable challenges. With high stakes and a dash of humour, the story explores the intrigues of time's most twisted moments.
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You might enjoy this book if you love a mix of time travel adventures and comedy. It's perfect for readers who appreciate imaginative science fiction with engaging characters and witty dialogue. If you enjoy stories where history is explored through thrilling escapades and a bit of chaos, this book is likely to capture your interest.

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Doing Time

Introducing The Time Police, the brand-new series from international bestseller Jodi Taylor - an irresistible spinoff from The Chronicles of St Mary's series.

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Introducing The Time Police, the brand-new series by international bestselling author, Jodi Taylor - an irresistible spinoff from the much-loved Chronicles of St Mary's series. Perfect reading for fans of Doctor Who, Terry Pratchett and Jasper Fforde.

'The best way to describe this book: lots of fun' - British Fantasy Society

'Inventive and entertaining... a fast-paced and fun first book in what promises to be an excellent new series' - Culturefly

A long time ago in the future, the secret of time travel became known to all. Unsurprisingly, the world nearly ended. There will always be idiots who want to change history.

Enter the Time Police. An all-powerful, international organisation tasked with keeping the timeline straight. At all costs.

Their success is legendary. The Time Wars are over. But now they must fight to save a very different future - their own.

This is the story of Jane, Luke and Matthew - the worst recruits in Time Police history. Or, very possibly, three young people who might change everything.

Doing Time is a five-star read!:

'I blooming well loved this book. Read start to finish in only a couple of sittings' *

'Excellent start to this St Mary's Chronicles spinoff series. There is Taylor's trademark humour, along with moments of real lump-in-the-throat poignancy' *

'Clever, witty, humourous, touching, emotional, just about everything anyone could want. Can't wait for the next one' *

'Another superb book from the pen of Jodi Taylor' *

'This book does not disappoint' *

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Doing Time by Jodi Taylor is praised for its inventive and entertaining narrative, offering a fast-paced and fun start to a new series. Reviewers highlight the engaging nature of the book, combining humour reminiscent of Terry Pratchett with a unique sci-fi twist akin to a witty version of Police Academy. It's described as an enjoyable and light-hearted yet substantial read, making readers eager for the next instalment.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781472266774

Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 October 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Headline Book Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 36.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 340g

Pages: 480

About the Author

Jodi Taylor is the internationally bestselling author of the Chronicles of St Mary's series, the story of a bunch of disaster prone individuals who investigate major historical events in contemporary time. Do NOT call it time travel! She is also the author of the Time Police series - a St Mary's spinoff and gateway into the world of an all-powerful, international organisation who are NOTHING like St Mary's. Except, when they are.

Alongside these, Jodi is known for her gripping supernatural thrillers featuring Elizabeth Cage together with the enchanting Frogmorton Farm series - a fairy story for adults.

Born in Bristol and now living in Gloucester (facts both cities vigorously deny), she spent many years with her head somewhere else, much to the dismay of family, teachers and employers, before finally deciding to put all that daydreaming to good use and write a novel. Over twenty books later, she still has no idea what she wants to do when she grows up.

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