Lucky
by Alice Sebold
Lucky by Alice Sebold holds a well received rating of 3.77 out of 5, based on 77.5K reader ratings. First published in 1999. The book spans 243 pages.
About Lucky
In a memoir hailed for its searing candor and wit, Alice Sebold reveals how her life was utterly transformed when, as an eighteen-year-old college freshman, she was brutally raped and beaten in a park near campus. What propels this chronicle of her recovery is Sebold's indomitable spirit - as she struggles for understanding ("After telling the hard facts to anyone, from lover to friend, I have changed in their eyes"); as her dazed family and friends sometimes bungle their efforts to provide comfort and support; and as, ultimately, she triumphs, managing through grit and coincidence to help secure her attacker's arrest and conviction. In a narrative by turns disturbing, thrilling, and inspiring, Alice Sebold illuminates the experience of trauma victims even as she imparts wisdom profoundly hard-won: "You save yourself or you remain unsaved."
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Alice Sebold |
| Published | 1999 |
| Pages | 243 |
| Kindle Price | $11.99 |
| Genres | Non-Fiction, Biography & Memoir, Biography & Memoir, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.77 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 77,462 |
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What genre is Lucky?
Lucky is categorized as Non-Fiction, Biography & Memoir, Biography & Memoir, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Biography & Memoir.
Is Lucky worth reading?
Based on 77.5K reader ratings, Lucky has an average score of 3.77 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is Lucky?
Lucky has 243 pages.
Who wrote Lucky?
Lucky was written by Alice Sebold. It was first published in 1999.
What is the ISBN for Lucky?
The ISBN-13 for Lucky is 9780330418360.0.
How much does Lucky cost on Kindle?
Lucky is available on Kindle for $11.99. Pricing may vary by region and promotional offers.
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