Hi Cara,
Today review takes us back to the wonderful world on The Invisible Library. The newest book in the series by Genevieve Cogman is called The Secret Chapter.
A Librarian’s work is never done, Irene has no real rest before her next mission from the Library.
This time Irene and Kai have to team up with an unlikely band of misfits to pull off an amazing art heist to get a book that would save a world from Irene past from falling to chaos. Failing to complete the art heist they risk the wrath of the dangerous Fae villain with a secret island lair.
The Secret Chapter is Ocean 11 and James Bond in an alternative universe, working was it a team of people you can not trust.
I love that even in an alternative universe, that Brexit is still in a problem the UK is dealing with. When I read the below quote I couldn’t help but laugh.
“It did attempt to leave the European Union last year, but apparently was prompted by demonic interference. A lot of politicians were subsequently tried for treason and beheaded at the Tower of London.”
One of my favourite aspects of the Invisible Library series is the alternative universe. The similarities between them but also big differences. The world visited in The Secret Chapter uses supernaturals being to bring fear and compliances from the general public. It adds an extra level of danger to the job, as anything Supernatural will have high risk and consequences for the group.
The little sparks of romance between Irene and Kai warm my heart. I enjoy the fact their relationship overwhelm the story. But it just adds another element. As they balance their relationship with their jobs/loyalties.
The plot of The Secret Chapter kept me on my toes and engaged throughout. At the beginning of the story, I didn’t think it would end the way it did. The Secret Chapter is a thoroughly entertaining read.
Every bookworm will automatically sympathies with Irene from the below quote;
“Irene felt herself judging him for his slight to her beloved books.”
We have all been there with people that don’t get our love of books.
At the ending of The Secret Chapter it sets itself up for future books, and I am VERY intrigued by the information that has been found.
The Secret Chapter is perfect for anyone that enjoys, fantasy, alternative worlds, fae, dragons, book and a case like format.
My rating for The Secret Chapter is 5 out of 5.
The Secret Chapter is out in the UK 14th November 2019 and in the USA 7th January 2020.
Thanks to Netgalley and Pan Macmillian for the e-book copy of The Secret Library for a fair and honest review.
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