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The Mortal Word
- The Invisible Library, Book 5
- Narrated by: Kristin Atherton
- Length: 15 hrs and 26 mins
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Summary
The Mortal Word is part of Genevieve Cogman’s witty and wonderful Invisible Library series, which can be enjoyed as part of a sequence or as standalones.
A corrupt countess. A spy in danger. And an assassin at large.
Peace talks are always tricky . . . especially when a key diplomat gets stabbed. This murder rudely interrupts a top-secret summit between the warring dragons and Fae, so Librarian-spy Irene is summoned to investigate. In a version of 1890s Paris, Irene and her detective friend Vale must track down the killer – before either the peace negotiations or the city go up in flames.
Accusations fly thick and fast. Irene soon finds herself in the seedy depths of the Parisian underworld on the trail of a notoriously warlike Fae, the Blood Countess. However, the evidence against the Countess is circumstantial. Could the assassin – or assassins – be closer than anyone suspects?
The Mortal Word is perfect for fans of Doctor Who and Sherlock Holmes. Continue the bookish magic with The Secret Chapter. Genevieve is also the author of the Sunday Times bestselling Scarlet - which reimagines the tale of the Scarlet Pimpernel, but with vampires, mages and magic...
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"Captivating story with animated characters...cracking pace." (Guardian)
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- asha willder
- 08-02-22
loved it!
loved it X as exciting as ever. interesting to identify with the characters Faye and dragon and librarian
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- 06-06-22
just keeps getting better and better
brilliant, well written, well spoken, another "page turner" cant wait for the next book to listen to.
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- Sezbet
- 03-03-22
Improving all the time!
Naturally this is entirely subjective - I enjoy this series a great deal, though I’d never argue for it to be placed among the greats. This is my favourite so far, it’s more complex and Irene is finally beginning to believe in herself.
In this book the stakes are higher, and Irene needs to be cleverer, more subtle and more politically savvy - peace talks are happening but someone (or more than one) powerful definitely wants to make sure they go down in flames, and possibly trigger a war. Irene needs to marshal all sides to investigate, hold on to her surety that truth is the only way a lasting peace can be attained and ensure a successful end to the negotiations.
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- Anonymous User
- 24-11-22
Kristen Atherton is a triumph
I've been listening to the whole series, and I have to say that this is her best performance. The story, as always is fun and rambles along like a roller-coaster and Atherton's narration keeps it all together.
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- Mrs S Price
- 18-08-22
Brilliant Narration and fantastic book
I have adored this series so far, I'm glad I still have some to go and hope that the author continues with this series or another series. Her writing is so good!
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- Anonymous User
- 27-12-23
Catching plot
Even quite a few books into the story - the series is captivating and unpredictable! The narrator is outstanding
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- Jax
- 02-06-21
This would make a great film
Well done Genevieve. Another great piece of fiction well narrated by Kristin. I am really invested in the characters you have developed over the series. Looking forward to the next book
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- Lorna
- 09-11-22
Just wonderful listening!
I absolutely love this series. It is everything I adore about fiction. There is a Dragon, a Detective similar to Sherlock Holmes and a unique Librarian. This book was another interesting tale about a possible peace conference.
I have thought for a little while that Irene is Albreicht's daughter. It will be interesting to see if I'm right.
Stunning series most definitely recommend.
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- ella wilder
- 01-03-22
Kristen Atherton is phenomenal
Loved the story. Bonkers as normal, but addictive. Kristen is an amazing narrator. For petes sake give her an award ( or a job on tv). Can’t wait to listen to the next story
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- E. Phillips
- 18-04-23
Cracking good adventure!
Loved it! The narrator is fantastic, the story is engaging and the whole series is a delight.
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