Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children (Miss Peregrine’s Peculiar Children, #1)
by Ransom Riggs
Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs holds a well received rating of 3.89 out of 5, based on 613.7K reader ratings. First published in 2011. The book spans 352 pages.
About Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children
Alternate Cover edition for ISBN 9781594744761A mysterious island. An abandoned orphanage. A strange collection of very curious photographs. It all waits to be discovered in Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children, an unforgettable novel that mixes fiction and photography in a thrilling reading experience. As our story opens, a horrific family tragedy sets sixteen-year-old Jacob journeying to a remote island off the coast of Wales, where he discovers the crumbling ruins of Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children. As Jacob explores its abandoned bedrooms and hallways, it becomes clear that the children were more than just peculiar. They may have been dangerous. They may have been quarantined on a deserted island for good reason. And somehow-impossible though it seems-they may still be alive. A spine-tingling fantasy illustrated with haunting vintage photography, Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children will delight adults, teens, and anyone who relishes an adventure in the shadows.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Ransom Riggs |
| Published | 2011 |
| Pages | 352 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction, Fantasy, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 3.89 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 613,674 |
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What genre is Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children?
Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children is categorized as Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction, Fantasy. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children worth reading?
Based on 613.7K reader ratings, Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children has an average score of 3.89 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children?
Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children has 352 pages.
Who wrote Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children?
Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children was written by Ransom Riggs. It was first published in 2011.
What is the ISBN for Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children?
The ISBN-13 for Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children is 9781594744760.0.
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