Heart-Shaped Box
by Joe Hill
Heart-Shaped Box by Joe Hill holds a well received rating of 3.82 out of 5, based on 65K reader ratings. First published in 2007. The book spans 376 pages.
About Heart-Shaped Box
Aging, self-absorbed rock star Judas Coyne has a thing for the macabre -- his collection includes sketches from infamous serial killer John Wayne Gacy, a trepanned skull from the 16th century, a used hangman's noose, Aleister Crowley's childhood chessboard, etc. -- so when his assistant tells him about a ghost for sale on an online auction site, he immediately puts in a bid and purchases it. The black, heart-shaped box that Coyne receives in the mail not only contains the suit of a dead man but also his vengeance-obsessed spirit. The ghost, it turns out, is the stepfather of a young groupie who committed suicide after the 54-year-old Coyne callously used her up and threw her away. Now, determined to kill Coyne and anyone who aids him, the merciless ghost of Craddock McDermott begins his assault on the rocker's sanity.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Joe Hill |
| Published | 2007 |
| Pages | 376 |
| Genres | Horror, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Fantasy, Fantasy |
| Average Rating | 3.82 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 65,005 |
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What genre is Heart-Shaped Box?
Heart-Shaped Box is categorized as Horror, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Fantasy. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is Heart-Shaped Box worth reading?
Based on 65K reader ratings, Heart-Shaped Box has an average score of 3.82 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is Heart-Shaped Box?
Heart-Shaped Box has 376 pages.
Who wrote Heart-Shaped Box?
Heart-Shaped Box was written by Joe Hill. It was first published in 2007.
What is the ISBN for Heart-Shaped Box?
The ISBN-13 for Heart-Shaped Box is 9780061147940.0.
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