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Name: The Mortal Word
Rating: 4 (1 reviews)
Author: Genevieve Cogman

In Genevieve Cogman's latest historical‑fantasy installment, Irene Black, a Librarian spy who can travel through time, is dispatched to investigate the murder of a dragon during a high‑stakes peace conference mediated by the Library. The investigation leads her from contemporary London to 1890s Paris, where she uncovers a tangled web of possible treachery involving dragons, fae, and her own colleagues. As hostages—including her parents—are held in dragon and fae courts, Irene races to solve the crime and preserve the fragile balance holding worlds together.

First publish date: 2018

Genre: Fantasy/Historical Fantasy

Authors: Genevieve Cogman

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