The Curious Case of the Werewolf That Wasn't, the Mummy That Was, and the Cat in the Jar (edition 2014)

by Gail Carriger (Author)

Series: Parasol Universe (0.5), Parasol Protectorate (0.5)

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Fantasy. Fiction. Science Fiction. Historical Fiction. HTML: (TO SAY NOTHING OF THE MUMMY THAT WAS AND THE CAT IN THE JAR) A short tale of mummies, werewolves, and well-preserved felines set in the world of the Parasol Protectorate. Alessandro Tarabotti and his valet, Floote, are on a mission in Egypt when they encounter visiting tourists and the situation turns to mummies. What is Alessandro�??s real mission and will his Aunt Archangelica approve of his treatment of her cat? In this short story, New York Times best selling author Gail Carriger uses her comedic voice to delve into the history of her beloved steampunk Parasolverse. If you have ever wondered about Alexia�??s father, this will give you a glimpse into his adventures, character, and romantic interests. (9000 words ~ 15 pages). First published online (2012), reprint in The Book of the Dead (2013), Mammoth Book of the Mummy (2017) and Clockwork Cairo (2017)… (more)

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An excellent short story providing background for the entire parasol protectorate series. Stands alone very well.
Multi-voiced audio is clear and well done. (

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scraps | Mar 6, 2024 |

I first started with this story before I had read even one book in The Parasol Protectorate series. That didn't feel right, so I stopped and started again after reading the five books of The Parasol Protectorate. Now I enjoyed the story more. I think you can read it after book 3, but I am glad I waited till the end. It is a nice story that gives some insight in Alessandro Tarabotti, but I felt that the end wasn't really an end and I kinda hoped for more. But I enjoyed the story. (

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weaver-of-dreams | Aug 1, 2023 |

A prequel to the Parasol Protectorate series. The story was helpful.

Note on audiobook production: The audiobook production was lacking, however, I did like the attempt at an old timey radio show style presentation. The readers were a bit rushed. (

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untitled841 | Jul 3, 2023 |

Hmmm, this is an interesting tidbit as far as it impacts the ongoing Parasol Protectorate, and as a momentary insight into Alexa's pa. It's not, alas, a super strong story in it's own right, but it does present intriguing possibilities.
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jennybeast | Apr 14, 2022 |

Ostensibly in Egypt to get his aunt's deceased cat mummified, Alessandro Tarabotti is on a secret mission.

Although it's not made explicit, this is presumably the story of how Alexia's parents met. (

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Robertgreaves | Mar 8, 2022 |

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Author name	Role	Type of author	Work?	Status
Gail Carriger	—	primary author	all editions	calculated
Artistic-Whispers	Designer	secondary author	some editions	confirmed
Venters, Peter	Cover artist	secondary author	some editions	confirmed

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Parasol Protectorate (0.5)

Parasol Universe (0.5)

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The Book of the Dead by Jared Shurin

The Mammoth Book of the Mummy by Paula Guran

A Carriger Quartet by Gail Carriger

Clockwork Cairo: Steampunk Tales of Egypt by Matthew Bright

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The Curious Case of the Werewolf That Wasn't, the Mummy That Was, and the Cat in the Jar

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Original publication date

2014-06-29

People/Characters

Alessandro Terabotti

Floote

Percival Phinkerlington, Baronet

Leticia Phinkerlington

Important places

Luxor, Egypt

Important events

1841

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Dedication
To my Readers:
Thank You

First words

"Yoo-hoo!"
Alessandro Tarabotti's forehead crinkled under his gray top hat.

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"First published in The Book of the Dead, edited by Jared Shurin, published by Jurrasic London, 2013" Copyright material

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Fantasy. Fiction. Science Fiction. Historical Fiction. HTML:

(TO SAY NOTHING OF THE MUMMY THAT WAS AND THE CAT IN THE JAR)

A short tale of mummies, werewolves, and well-preserved felines set in the world of the Parasol Protectorate.

Alessandro Tarabotti and his valet, Floote, are on a mission in Egypt when they encounter visiting tourists and the situation turns to mummies. What is Alessandro�??s real mission and will his Aunt Archangelica approve of his treatment of her cat?

In this short story, New York Times best selling author Gail Carriger uses her comedic voice to delve into the history of her beloved steampunk Parasolverse.

If you have ever wondered about Alexia�??s father, this will give you a glimpse into his adventures, character, and romantic interests. (9000 words ~ 15 pages). First published online (2012), reprint in The Book of the Dead (2013), Mammoth Book of the Mummy (2017) and Clockwork Cairo (2017)

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A short tale of mummies, werewolves, and well preserved felines set in the world of the Parasol Protectorate.
Alessandro Tarabotti and his valet, Floote, are on a mission in Egypt when they encounter visiting
tourists and things go all pie shaped. What is his real mission and will his Aunt Archangelica approve of his treatment of her cat?

In this short story, New York Times Bestselling Author Gail Carriger uses her comedic voice to delve into the history of one of her most beloved characters. If you have ever wondered about Alexia's father, this will give you a glimpse into his adventures and character. This story was first published in The Book of the Dead, a Jurassic London anthology. 8,300 words.

Takes place in 1841.

[retrieved 4/1/2015 from Amazon.com]

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