No Time Like the Past Audiobook by Jodi Taylor | The Chronicles of St Mary’s series

Summary

What happens when a ghostly presence from the 17th century decides to stalk a team of time-traveling historians? In No Time Like the Past, the irrepressible crew of St. Mary’s Institute faces spectral whispers, temporal chaos, and their usual knack for finding trouble across multiple centuries – all while rebuilding from past disasters that would have broken lesser adventurers.

Audiobook Info

• Author: Jodi Taylor
• Narrator: Zara Ramm
• Duration: 7 hours and 38 minutes
• Publisher: Audible Studios
• Release Date: January 1, 2018
• Series: The Chronicles of St. Mary’s
• Book: 5

Review

Jodi Taylor has carved out a delightfully unique niche in science fiction – time travel that feels less like hard sci-fi and more like a madcap romp through history with your most academically chaotic friends. No Time Like the Past continues this tradition brilliantly, delivering an adventure that bounces from ancient Rome to Restoration London with the kind of gleeful abandon that has made the Chronicles of St. Mary’s a beloved series among readers who appreciate their temporal mechanics served with a generous side of British wit.

Zara Ramm’s narration elevates this already entertaining story to new heights. Her performance captures the distinct personalities of each St. Mary’s team member with remarkable precision – from the dry humor of the historians to the frantic energy of their narrow escapes. Ramm has an uncanny ability to shift between comedic timing and genuine tension, making even the most precarious situations feel both thrilling and oddly cozy. Her voice becomes the perfect companion for this journey, like having an incredibly talented friend reading you their favorite adventure story.

What sets this installment apart is its masterful balance of supernatural mystery and historical exploration. The specter haunting Markham adds an eerie undercurrent to the usual time-hopping hijinks, creating stakes that feel personal rather than merely apocalyptic. Taylor never lets the supernatural elements overshadow the human connections at the heart of St. Mary’s – the camaraderie, the loyalty, and the shared passion for uncovering historical truth remain the emotional anchor throughout.

The reconstruction of St. Mary’s following previous catastrophes provides rich thematic material about resilience and moving forward while literally dwelling in the past. Taylor’s writing shines in these quieter moments between temporal adventures, giving readers space to connect with characters who feel increasingly like old friends. The humor never undermines the genuine emotional beats; instead, it enhances them, making the dangers feel more real because we’ve laughed alongside these historians.

Fans of clever, character-driven science fiction will find much to love here, as will anyone who enjoys historical fiction with a twist. Whether you’re a longtime devotee of St. Mary’s or discovering this wonderfully eccentric world for the first time, No Time Like the Past offers the perfect blend of adventure, humor, and heart that makes audiobook listening pure joy.

Download & Listen

Ready to join Max and the St. Mary’s team on their latest temporal misadventure? Download No Time Like the Past from KTAudiobooks.com and let Zara Ramm’s captivating narration transport you through history’s most unexpected moments. This is one audiobook that proves the past has never been more entertaining.