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The Field Guide (The Spiderwick Chronicles, #1)

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Fantasy Fiction Young Adult

by Holly Black, Tony DiTerlizzi

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3.85 (56.9K ratings)
calendar_today 2003
description 114 pages

The Field Guide by Holly Black, Tony DiTerlizzi holds a well received rating of 3.85 out of 5, based on 56.9K reader ratings. First published in 2003. The book spans 114 pages.

About The Field Guide

It all starts when Jared Grace finds their great uncle's book, 'Arthur Spiderwick's Field Guide to the Fantastic World Around You' and the Grace kids realize that they are not alone in their new house. Now the kids want to tell their story but the faeries will do everything they can to stop them.

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Author Holly Black, Tony DiTerlizzi
Published 2003
Pages 114
Genres Fantasy, Fiction, Young Adult
Average Rating 3.85 / 5.00
Total Ratings 56,913

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

3.9
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56.9K ratings
With a rating of 3.85, The Field Guide is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.06, it performs below the genre benchmark.

How It Compares

3.85
This Book
4.06
Fantasy Average
4.17
Global Average

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Field Guide?

The Field Guide is categorized as Fantasy, Fiction, Young Adult. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is The Field Guide worth reading?

Based on 56.9K reader ratings, The Field Guide has an average score of 3.85 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.

How many pages is The Field Guide?

The Field Guide has 114 pages. It is a relatively quick read.

Who wrote The Field Guide?

The Field Guide was written by Holly Black, Tony DiTerlizzi. It was first published in 2003.

What is the ISBN for The Field Guide?

The ISBN-13 for The Field Guide is 9780689859370.0.

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