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Desperation

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Horror Fiction Mystery & Thriller Fantasy Suspense

by Stephen King

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3.80 (94.8K ratings)
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description 547 pages

Desperation by Stephen King holds a well received rating of 3.80 out of 5, based on 94.8K reader ratings. First published in 1996. The book spans 547 pages.

About Desperation

Alternate Cover Edition ISBN 0451188462 (ISBN13: 9780451188465)

There's a place along Interstate 50 that some call the loneliest place on Earth. It's known as Desperation, Nevada.
It's not a very nice place to live. It's an even worse place to die.
Let the battle against evil begin.
Welcome to ... Desperation

Detail Value
Author Stephen King
Published 1996
Pages 547
Genres Horror, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Fantasy, Suspense
Average Rating 3.80 / 5.00
Total Ratings 94,821

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

3.8
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94.8K ratings
With a rating of 3.80, Desperation is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 3.96, it performs below the genre benchmark.

How It Compares

3.80
This Book
3.96
Fantasy Average
4.17
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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Desperation?

Desperation is categorized as Horror, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Fantasy. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is Desperation worth reading?

Based on 94.8K reader ratings, Desperation has an average score of 3.80 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.

How many pages is Desperation?

Desperation has 547 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.

Who wrote Desperation?

Desperation was written by Stephen King. It was first published in 1996.

What is the ISBN for Desperation?

The ISBN-13 for Desperation is 9780451188460.0.

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