Rumble Fish
by S.E. Hinton
Rumble Fish by S.E. Hinton holds a well received rating of 3.77 out of 5, based on 14K reader ratings. First published in 1975. The book spans 144 pages.
About Rumble Fish
Rusty-James is the toughest guy in the group of high-school kids who hang out and shoot pool down at Benny's, and he enjoys keeping up his reputation. What he wants most of all is to be just like his older brother, the Motorcycle Boy. He wants to stay calm and laughing when things get dangerous, to be the toughest street fighter and the most respected guy on their side of the river. Rusty-James isn't book-smart, and he knows it. He relies on his fists instead of his brains. Until now he's gotten along all right, because whenever he gets into trouble, the Motorcycle Boy bails him out. But Rusty-James' drive to be like his brother eats away at his world--until it all comes apart in an explosive chain of events. And this time the Motorcycle Boy isn't around to pick up the pieces.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | S.E. Hinton |
| Published | 1975 |
| Pages | 144 |
| Genres | Young Adult, Fiction, Classics, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.77 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 14,002 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What genre is Rumble Fish?
Rumble Fish is categorized as Young Adult, Fiction, Classics, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Classics.
Is Rumble Fish worth reading?
Based on 14K reader ratings, Rumble Fish has an average score of 3.77 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Rumble Fish?
Rumble Fish has 144 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote Rumble Fish?
Rumble Fish was written by S.E. Hinton. It was first published in 1975.
What is the ISBN for Rumble Fish?
The ISBN-13 for Rumble Fish is 9780440975340.0.
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