''The Virtu'' (2006) is a fantasy novel by
Sarah Monette
Sarah Elizabeth Monette (born November 25, 1974) is an American novelist and short story author, writing mostly in the genres of fantasy and horror. Under the name Katherine Addison, she published the fantasy novel '' The Goblin Emperor'', which ...
. It is the second book of the
Doctrine of Labyrinths
Doctrine (from la, doctrina, meaning "teaching, instruction") is a codification of beliefs or a body of teachings or instructions, taught principles or positions, as the essence of teachings in a given branch of knowledge or in a belief system ...
series, which includes
''Mélusine'',
''The Mirador'', and
Corambis.
Plot summary
Felix Harrogate, having recovered from the abuse he suffered in
''Mélusine'', is ready to regain the power and status that he lost. With his half-brother Mildmay and Mehitabel Parr, a young governess, he decides to return to Mélusine to repair the Virtu.
See also
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Doctrine of Labyrinths
Doctrine (from la, doctrina, meaning "teaching, instruction") is a codification of beliefs or a body of teachings or instructions, taught principles or positions, as the essence of teachings in a given branch of knowledge or in a belief system ...
External links
Sarah Monette's official site
2006 American novels
American fantasy novels
Ace Books books
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