
A BOOK OF TONGUES
Published in 2010, A BOOK OF TONGUES is a historical fantasy and horror novel by Gemma Files. It deals with outlaws, magicians, crime and veterans.
9 Open Library readers have it on their want-to-read list.
At about 274 pages, most readers finish it in 5–6 hours.
Awards & lists
- ✦Locus Awards 2011 — Best First Novel (nominee)
- ✦Bram Stoker Awards 2010 — Best First Novel (nominee)
Quick answers
Who wrote A BOOK OF TONGUES?
A BOOK OF TONGUES was written by Gemma Files and first published in 2010.
What genre is A BOOK OF TONGUES?
It is usually shelved as Historical Fantasy, Horror, Historical Fiction and Magicians & Illusionists.
How long is A BOOK OF TONGUES?
The median edition has 274 pages, about 5–6 hours of reading at 250 words per minute.
What books are similar to A BOOK OF TONGUES?
Readers who like it often enjoy The Prestige, Jonathan Strange and Mr. Norrell and The Picture of Dorian Gray.
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