Amy (amy_alwaysreading)'s Reviews > The Ministry of Time

Many thanks to my friends at @avidreaderpress and @simon.audio for the free #gifted copies of this book.

Hysterical. Unique. Genre bending.

What an original concept! With engaging writing, I gave myself fully to this wholly unexpected storyline, and I was rewarded with a humorous and thought-provoking narrative that delighted.

My favorite part of the read was its motley group of quirky and diverse characters. Fastidiously crafted and brilliantly layered, there was a richness to each. They were so easy to love, and I was completely enthralled by them.

Beyond the characterization, the way the author mixed (embellished) historical figures with completely fictional ones from the current time created an interesting dynamic- often funny but always provocative. The number of times I laughed out loud! This unique dichotomy fascinated me, and I found it to greatly enhance the overall plot. It also made my heart swell as I watched them become an unlikely family unit.

At times, I felt as though I was missing vital information, particularly regarding the time travel, and wished for a bit more definition. But even when I didn’t quite understand what was happening, I remained entertained and dedicated to the unfolding.

Brimming with wit and altogether creative, this was a banger debut. I’ll be eager to see what Bradley produces next.

🎧 The British accent is one of my favorites, and I could listen to it all day. So, the dual narration by George Weightman and Katie Leung delighted from the onset. But also, they did a spectacular job of bringing to life the characters and storyline. It was an all-around engaging performance. I’d recommend partnering the audio with the print for a full-fledged experience.