The Lost Plot by Genevieve Cogman (English) Paperback Book

Description: The Lost Plot by Genevieve Cogman A sparkling novel featuring librarian spies, stolen books and top-secret missions to alternate realities... perfect for fans of Ben Aaronovitch, Jasper Fforde or Doctor Who. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A covert missionA royal demandAnd a race against timeThe fourth title in Genevieve Cogmans witty and wonderful The Invisible Library series, The Lost Plot is an action-packed literary adventure.In a 1920s-esque America, Prohibition is in force, fedoras, flapper dresses and tommy guns are in fashion, and intrigue is afoot. Intrepid Librarians Irene and Kai find themselves caught in the middle of a dragon vs dragon contest. It seems a young librarian has become tangled in this conflict, and if they cant extricate him there could be serious political repercussions for the mysterious Library. And, as the balance of power across mighty factions hangs in the balance, this could even trigger war.Irene and Kai find themselves trapped in a race against time (and dragons) to procure a rare book. Theyll face gangsters, blackmail and fiendish security systems. And if this doesnt end well, it could have dire consequences for Irenes job. And, incidentally, for her life . . . Notes A sparkling new novel in this literary adventure series, it features Librarian spies, stolen books and top-secret missions to alternate realities. Back Cover Its time for a cunning plan If only Irene could find one In an alternative 1920s America, Prohibition is in force, fedoras, flapper dresses and tommy guns are in fashion - and intrigue is afoot. Two dragons are vying for high office, and their last challenge is to hunt down a rare book. Librarian spies Irene and Kai are assigned to investigate, as a young Librarian is trapped at the heart of this conflict. If they cant extricate him, the Library will face severe political repercussions. It could even trigger war. So to avert disaster, the Librarians will face no-holds-barred gangsters, blackmail and fiendish security systems. But failure could have dire consequences for Irenes job - and for her life. PRAISE FOR THE SERIES A breath of fresh air Guardian Reminiscent of the works of Diana Wynne Jones and Neil Gaiman Publishers Weekly Flap Its time for a cunning plan If only Irene could find one In an alternative 1920s America, Prohibition is in force, fedoras, flapper dresses and tommy guns are in fashion - and intrigue is afoot. Two dragons are vying for high office, and their last challenge is to hunt down a rare book. Librarian spies Irene and Kai are assigned to investigate, as a young Librarian is trapped at the heart of this conflict. If they cant extricate him, the Library will face severe political repercussions. It could even trigger war. So to avert disaster, the Librarians will face no-holds-barred gangsters, blackmail and fiendish security systems. But failure could have dire consequences for Irenes job - and for her life. PRAISE FOR THE SERIES A breath of fresh air Guardian Reminiscent of the works of Diana Wynne Jones and Neil Gaiman Publishers Weekly Author Biography Genevieve Cogman started on Tolkien and Sherlock Holmes at an early age, and has never looked back. But on a perhaps more prosaic note, she has an MSc in Statistics with Medical Applications and has wielded this in an assortment of jobs: clinical coder, data analyst and classifications specialist. Although The Invisible Library was her debut novel, she previously worked as a freelance roleplaying game writer. She is also the author of The Masked City and The Burning Page, both in The Invisible Library series. Genevieve Cogmans hobbies include patchwork, beading, knitting and gaming, and she lives in the north of England. Review I absolutely loved this . . . flavoured with truly unique mythology and a dash of the eldritch -- N. K. Jemisin on The Invisible LibraryReminiscent of the works of Diana Wynne Jones and Neil Gaiman, Cogmans novel is a true treat -- Publishers Weekly on The Invisible LibraryVery much in the humorous and satirical tradition of Discworld -- The Guardian on The Masked CityPart spy mystery, part steampunk fantasy, The Masked City is a joy to read and Cogman makes it look effortless -- SciFiNow on The Masked CityBrilliant and so much fun. Skulduggery, Librarians, and Dragons - Cogman keeps upping the ante on this delightful series! -- Charles Stross on The Burning PageA fun, adventure-filled romp . . . magic, adventure, Sherlock Holmes -- SFF World on The Burning Page Promotional A sparkling novel featuring librarian spies, stolen books and top-secret missions to alternate realities... perfect for fans of Ben Aaronovitch, Jasper Fforde or Doctor Who. Review Quote Brilliant and so much fun. Skulduggery, Librarians, and Dragons - Cogman keeps upping the ante on this delightful series! Promotional "Headline" A sparkling novel featuring librarian spies, stolen books and top-secret missions to alternate realities... perfect for fans of Ben Aaronovitch, Jasper Fforde or Doctor Who. Details ISBN1509830707 Year 2017 ISBN-10 1509830707 ISBN-13 9781509830701 Format Paperback Author Genevieve Cogman Publisher Pan Macmillan Pages 352 Media Book Audience Age 18 Imprint Pan Books Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Language English DEWEY 823.92 Publication Date 2017-12-14 UK Release Date 2017-12-14 Audience General Series The Invisible Library series AU Release Date 2017-12-11 NZ Release Date 2017-12-11 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 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