In the electrifying third installment of The Invisible Library series, librarian-spy Irene finds herself in dire straits as her very home, the trans-dimensional Library, comes under existential threat. Following a mission gone awry and her escape route incinerated, Irene discovers that the Library's crucial Gates across myriad worlds are malfunctioning, orchestrated by her formidable arch-nemesis, Alberich, who aims to obliterate the institution entirely. On probation and with her career hanging by a thread, Irene, accompanied by her dragon-Fae assistant Kai, is dispatched to an alternate St. Petersburg. Here, amidst the city's unique charm and inherent dangers, Irene unearths an incredibly risky yet potentially game-changing opportunity to save the Library. This mission is not just about institutional survival; it's a fight for her own life and a race against time to counteract Alberich's devastating plans. Brimming with clandestine societies, thrilling espionage, and the high stakes of literary preservation, 'The Burning Page' promises an action-packed adventure where stolen books hold immense power and loyalty is constantly tested.
Critical Reception
"Praised by literary luminaries and critics alike, 'The Burning Page' cements Genevieve Cogman's 'Invisible Library' series as a consistently captivating and highly imaginative staple in contemporary fantasy."