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Inkheart (Inkworld, #1)

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Fantasy Young Adult Fiction

by Cornelia Funke, Anthea Bell

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3.86 (285K ratings)
calendar_today 2003
description 563 pages

Inkheart by Cornelia Funke, Anthea Bell holds a well received rating of 3.86 out of 5, based on 285K reader ratings. First published in 2003. The book spans 563 pages.

About Inkheart

Alternate cover edition: 9780439709101From internationally acclaimed storyteller Cornelia Funke, this bestselling, magical epic is now out in paperback!One cruel night, Meggie's father reads aloud from a book called INKHEART-- and an evil ruler escapes the boundaries of fiction and lands in their living room. Suddenly, Meggie is smack in the middle of the kind of adventure she has only read about in books. Meggie must learn to harness the magic that has conjured this nightmare. For only she can change the course of the story that has changed her life forever.This is INKHEART--a timeless tale about books, about imagination, about life. Dare to read it aloud.

Detail Value
Author Cornelia Funke, Anthea Bell
Published 2003
Pages 563
Genres Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction
Average Rating 3.86 / 5.00
Total Ratings 285,011

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

3.9
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285K ratings
With a rating of 3.86, Inkheart is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.06, it performs below the genre benchmark. With 285K ratings, it is among the most reviewed books in its category.

How It Compares

3.86
This Book
4.06
Fantasy Average
4.17
Global Average

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Inkheart?

Inkheart is categorized as Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is Inkheart worth reading?

Based on 285K reader ratings, Inkheart has an average score of 3.86 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.

How many pages is Inkheart?

Inkheart has 563 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.

Who wrote Inkheart?

Inkheart was written by Cornelia Funke, Anthea Bell. It was first published in 2003.

What is the ISBN for Inkheart?

The ISBN-13 for Inkheart is 9780439709100.0.

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