The Mortal Word by Genevieve Cogman

The Mortal Word

The Invisible Library #5

Genevieve Cogman

448 pages • first pub 2018 (editions)

fiction fantasy mystery science fiction adventurous mysterious medium-paced

Description

In the latest novel in Genevieve Cogman's historical fantasy series, the fate of worlds lies in the balance. When a dragon is murdered at a peace conference, time-travelling Librarian spy Irene must solve the case to keep the balance between order...

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Moods

adventurous 96%
mysterious 82%
tense 39%
funny 21%
lighthearted 21%
dark 14%
emotional 9%
challenging 7%
hopeful 4%
inspiring 1%
reflective 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 57%
fast 37%
slow 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 69% | A mix: 28% | Character: 2%

Strong character development?

No: 41% | Yes: 39% | It's complicated: 16% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 7% | N/A: 1% | No: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 72% | It's complicated: 19% | No: 6% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 52% | Yes: 27% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 2%

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4.13

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