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The Mortal Word by Genevieve Cogman (1)

PRAISE FOR THE INVISIBLE LIBRARY NOVELS

THE LOST PLOT

“The Invisible Library series never runs short on intrigue.”

—RT Book Reviews

“A light and fun series.”

Library Journal

“Cogman writes with a flare for both the dramatic and the succinct.… Cogman combines a beautiful writing style, filled with subtle nuances that the close reader will relish, and a fast-paced thread which drives the story through twists, turns, and pitfalls without every feeling as if you have stayed in one place too long or longing to remain somewhere else.”

—Fantasy Book Review

“Irene, as always, remains one of my favorite heroines.… Cogman has a way of combining a unique idea with intriguing characters into a story you can’t put down.”

—NovelKnight Book Reviews

The Lost Plot is full of life and wit from the start … a pacy-to-breakneck-speed adventure through prohibition, The Lost Plot is a hi-gin-ks read.”

—SFF World

THE BURNING PAGE

“Funny, exciting, and oh so inspiring, this is the kind of fantasy novel that will have female readers everywhere gearing up for their own adventure[s].”

—Bustle

The Burning Page is action-packed from start to finish and will keep you hooked until the very last page.”

—Nerd Much?

“Imaginative and suspenseful with a touch of magic and science fiction, the worlds of the Invisible Library are ones I want to visit again and again.… What makes this series magical are the incredible scenes and creative imagination of the author. The creatures, portals, attacks, and investigation are all surrounded by a feast for your mind’s eye.”

—Caffeinated Book Reviewer

“Libraries, Librarians, dragons, Fae, chaos, dastardly baddies, and a Sherlock Holmes–style detective all thrown into the mix equal an excellent read.… It’s packed with chaotic and dramatic adventures and is witty, to boot.”

—The Speculative Herald

THE MASKED CITY

“This witty fantasy also includes a Holmesian detective, a wondrous magical train, some fascinating Fae politics, frequent funny moments, and a very limited time for Irene to rescue Kai, all making for a thrilling and deliciously atmospheric adventure.”

Locus

THE INVISIBLE LIBRARY

#2 on the Independent’s (UK) Best Fantasy Novels of 2015 List

On Library Journal’s Best Science Fiction/ Fantasy Books of 2016 List

“Satisfyingly complex … a book in which to wallow.”

The Guardian (UK)

“Ms. Cogman has opened a new pathway into our vast heritage of imagined wonderlands. And yet, as her story reminds us, we yearn for still more.”

—Tom Shippey, The Wall Street Journal

“A dazzling bibliophilic debut.”

—Charles Stross, Hugo Award–winning author of The Nightmare Stacks

“Surrender to the sheer volume of fun that appears on every page … thoroughly entertaining.”

Starburst

“Fantasy doesn’t get much better.… If you’re looking for a swift, clever, and witty read, look no further.”

—Fantasy Faction

“Series fans will be thrilled to learn more about dragon-kind and the capricious Fae, and will be eager for Cogman’s third in the series.”

Booklist

“Another fantastic adventure … fast-paced and entertaining. The books in this series make for light, fun popcorn reads.”

—The BiblioSanctum