The Wells Bequest: A Companion to The Grimm Legacy
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The Wells Bequest: A Companion to The Grimm Legacy Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

Polly Shulman (Author), Johnny Heller (Narrator), Listening Library (Publisher)
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Leo never imagined that time travel might really be possible, or that the objects in H. G. Wells' science fiction novels might actually exist. And when a miniature time machine appears in Leo's bedroom, he has no idea who the tiny, beautiful girl is riding it. But in the few moments before it vanishes, returning to wherever - and whenever - it came from, he recognizes the other tiny rider: himself!

His search for the time machine, the girl, and his fate leads him to the New-York Circulating Material Repository, a magical library that lends out objects instead of books. Hidden away in the Repository basement is the Wells Bequest, a secret collection of powerful objects straight out of classic science fiction novels: robots, rockets, submarines, a shrink ray - and one very famous time machine. And when Leo's adventure of a lifetime suddenly turns deadly, he must attempt a journey to 1895 to warn real-life scientist Nikola Tesla about a dangerous invention. A race for time is on!

In this grand time-travel adventure full of paradoxes and humor, Polly Shulman gives listeners a taste of how fascinating science can be, deftly blending classic science fiction elements with the contemporary fantasy world listeners fell in love with in The Grimm Legacy.

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  1. Listening Length
    6 hours and 42 minutes
  2. Author
    Polly Shulman
  3. Narrator
    Johnny Heller
  4. Audible release date
    June 13, 2013
  5. Language
    English
  6. Publisher
    Listening Library
  7. ASIN
    B00DD4MRVU
  8. Version
    Unabridged
  9. Program Type
    Audiobook
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Listening Length 6 hours and 42 minutes
Author Polly Shulman
Narrator Johnny Heller
Whispersync for Voice Ready
Audible.com Release Date June 13, 2013
Publisher Listening Library
Program Type Audiobook
Version Unabridged
Language English
ASIN B00DD4MRVU
Best Sellers Rank #235,706 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals)
#239 in Action & Adventure Sci-Fi for Children
#1,353 in Teen & Young Adult Humorous Fiction
#1,526 in Action & Adventure Fantasy for Children

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Sara C.
5.0 out of 5 stars I really enjoy companion novels
Reviewed in the United States on November 30, 2014
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This book is a companion novel to The Grimm Legacy, not a direct sequel. All that really means is it doesn't directly follow the first book, it's in the same universe but not the same story with the same characters.I really enjoy companion novels, you can read them without knowing anything about the main story. It may have references and you'll understand some of the inside knowledge better if you've read the main story but it's not necessary.

Anyway this book was amazing. Time travel in the hands of two teenagers can't possibly be boring right? You get references to science fiction legends including H.G. Wells, and Jules Vern, descriptions of amazing technology that was featured in their books, that people in this universe can access.

I also enjoyed that Nickolas Tesla was given props in this book. He is one of the most talented inventors who have ever lived and is just now getting the recognition that he deserves. It's nice to see someone show him as the brilliant inventor that he is.

This book is aimed at a younger audience due to the young age of the protagonists. However someone who's slightly older will also really enjoy this book and understand some of the references to famous books better.
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Layne Nichols
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing
Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2014
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Between the two (Grimm Legacy and Wells Bequest) I almost have to say this one is better. Only because I'm sure h a huge Sci-fi nerd. With all of the characters and the setting always changing, Polly Shulman did a FANTASTIC job with this book. I would highly recommend it, but if you want to get the full experience, read Grimm Legacy first.
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Kate Mergener
4.0 out of 5 stars What time is it?!
Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2013
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**Spoilers** What time is it?! It's time machine time! Every Vernian and Wellsian (are those even words?) topic seems to have made an appearance in The Wells Bequest. Which is perfect as these writers both pioneered the science fiction genre, where now some of their technological concepts have become reality. And even more time machines from other books make paradoxical appearances. I found the lovestruck and inquisitive Leo to be ingenious in his endeavors to protect the library, past, future, and his friends. His quirky improving on technology helped him in several sticky situations. Particularly when coming up with a way to save Jaya. Speaking of which, it's only right to say that Jaya's mention in The Grimm Legacy about going to save the trapped, transformed dolls is not really mentioned (perhaps that's another tale to be told). It also seems like maybe the Lovecraft Corpus may be the next room to explore, possibly with Andre. Unless another adventure is to come with Jaya and Leo featuring more in the Gibson Chrestomancy (alternate worlds or cyberspace-related perhaps?)? Either way it's always a treat to see what other items appear in the New York Circulating Material Repository (NYCMR) and its various international libraries.
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J. Speed
5.0 out of 5 stars superb follow up!
Reviewed in the United States on August 22, 2013
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love this next book of grimm legacy! hope she comes out w/more! why go through life with nothing to fantasize about? this book takes care of it. perfect for under tweens and beyond! wish this was out when my niece was younger. movies can never capture what books can do, nor your own thoughts/imagination. get it! and the earlier book too!!
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Tom Beckett
5.0 out of 5 stars Great great read.
Reviewed in the United States on December 30, 2016
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Perfect for young adults and old adults alike. Ms. Shulman somehow truly gets into the heads of Jaya and Leo and thinks like these wonderful young people as she writes.
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Honest Shopper
5.0 out of 5 stars The characters seemed like they were right next to me
Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2016
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It was so magical. I can't wait to read the next. The characters seemed like they were right next to me. I felt I was in the adventure I wish it didn't ever end.
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Gigi111
4.0 out of 5 stars Pretty Good...
Reviewed in the United States on March 25, 2014
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I read The Grimm Legacy, which is the first book, and completely loved it. I thought it was enjoyable and unique. This second book was good also, but not like the first. Took a little longer to get into it, had a slow start. I recommend reading the first book first, otherwise you will be completely lost.
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fanoffantacy
5.0 out of 5 stars Time Travel lovestory
Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2017
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Loved it. The use of historical facts give this fictional story a touch of reality. The love story piece is cute too.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent - more please!
Reviewed in France on June 19, 2015
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I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I only bought it because Wells is a family name. I want more and soon!!
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Imi
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 26, 2014
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Wanted even more once it had finished. I really liked it though I liked the first book more The Grimm Legacy. Wish I could go back in time.
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ewa
5.0 out of 5 stars tolle idee
Reviewed in Germany on January 28, 2014
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polly shulman hat eine fantasiereiche, liebevolle geschichte geschrieben, die man gerne zu ende liest. ich habe 'the grimm legacy' als gratis hörbuch über amazon bekommen und nur aus fadesse begonnen zu lesen. es hat mir aber so gut gefallen, dass ich gleich anschliessend 'the wells bequest' auch gekauft und gelesen habe.
das englisch ist m.M.n. sehr einfach zu verstehen. keine angst;)
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elkiedee
4.0 out of 5 stars I want a local library like this one!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 17, 2016
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Leo plans to look at antique telescopes for his school project, and his teacher refers him to the New York Circulating Material Repository, a library of objects containing much of interest, including a beautiful part time library assistant of about his age. He soon discovers that there are many fascinating items at the repository, including some restricted Special collections. So starts this quirky, entertaining time travel adventure.

This is the second book about the Circulating Material Repository, its treasures, staff and borrowers, following The Grimm Legacy. There are references to characters from the previous book, but they are companion volumes rather than a series that needs to be read in order.

I really enjoyed the combination of contemporary life and thoughts of New York teenagers with the convincing fantasy story, and think this would appeal to older children, young teenagers and older readers who still enjoy reading books by Diana Wynne Jones and E Nesbit.
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uli ulrich
4.0 out of 5 stars fantastische Fantasy
Reviewed in Germany on January 29, 2014
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Ein wirklich vergnüglich zu lesendes Buch.
Es wird auf viele Fakten und Märchen, wie in Grimm's Legacy, Bezug genommen.
Eigentlich eher ein Jugend Buch.
Was mich jetzt wirklich begeistert hat, war der Hinweis auf "Tesla"
Aktuell, aktuell und auch sein Bild auf dem Cover.
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