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The God of Lost Words

By A.J. Hackwith
Series: A Novel from Hell's Library
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The God of Lost Words by A.J. Hackwith is a richly woven tale set in the world of the Library of the Unwritten. As rogue librarian Claire and her companions face new threats, they must protect the stories that define reality from being erased by their enemies. The novel explores themes of memory, identity, and the power of narratives with a blend of fantasy, adventure, and introspection.
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This book may appeal to you if you love immersing yourself in a world where libraries are alive and words themselves hold immense power. A tale rich with imagination and adventure, it's perfect for those who cherish stories about books, magic, and the battle to protect lost knowledge. The compelling characters and intricately woven plot promise to enchant fans of fantasy and bibliophiles alike.

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To save the Library of the Unwritten in Hell, former librarian Claire and her allies may have to destroy it first, in the final book of the bestselling fantasy trilogy

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To save the Library of the Unwritten in Hell, former librarian Claire and her allies may have to destroy it first in this new instalment of the rich and intricate fantasy series.

Claire, the rakish Hero, the angel Rami, and the muse turned librarian Brevity have accomplished the impossible by discovering the true nature of unwritten books. But now that the secret is out, Hell will be coming for every wing of the library in its quest for power.

To protect the Unwritten Wing and stave off the insidious reach of Malphas, one of Hell's most bloodthirsty generals, Claire and her friends will have to decide how much they're willing to sacrifice to keep their vulnerable corner of the afterlife. Succeeding would mean rewriting the nature of the library, but losing would mean obliteration. Their only chance at survival lies in outwitting Hell and writing a new chapter for the Library. Luckily, Claire and her friends know how the right story, told well, can become a revolution.

The plot of this final volume has its exciting twists, but the real payoff is Hackwith's complex characters... The character development throughout the series, the polyamory and queer representation, and convincing fears and desires all combine to make characters that feel real, and that will earn readers' full investment. - Booklist

Hackwith suffuses this story with love in many forms, deep thoughts on reading, and variations on reality... It's the perfect finish to this inventive saga. - Publishers Weekly

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781789093216

Publisher: Titan Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 February 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Titan Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 384

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A. J. Hackwith Fantasy Fiction General Fiction LGBTQ+ Sci-Fi & Fantasy Series: A Novel from Hell's Library

About the Author

A. J. Hackwith is a queer writer of fantasy and science fiction living in Seattle. She is a graduate of the Viable Paradise writer's workshop and her work appears in Uncanny Magazine and assorted anthologies.

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