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The Fog

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Horror Fiction Mystery & Thriller Science Fiction Mystery & Thriller

by James Herbert

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3.87 (19.3K ratings)
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description 345 pages

The Fog by James Herbert holds a well received rating of 3.87 out of 5, based on 19.3K reader ratings. First published in 1975. The book spans 345 pages.

About The Fog

A peaceful village in Wiltshire is shattered by a disaster which strikes without reason or explanation, leaving behind a trail of misery and horror. A yawning, bottomless crack spreads through the earth, out of which creeps a fog that resembles no other. Whatever it is, it must be controlled.

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Author James Herbert
Published 1975
Pages 345
Genres Horror, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Science Fiction, Mystery & Thriller
Average Rating 3.87 / 5.00
Total Ratings 19,322

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

3.9
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19.3K ratings
With a rating of 3.87, The Fog is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 3.96, it performs on par.

How It Compares

3.87
This Book
3.96
Fantasy Average
4.17
Global Average

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Fog?

The Fog is categorized as Horror, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Science Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is The Fog worth reading?

Based on 19.3K reader ratings, The Fog has an average score of 3.87 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."

How many pages is The Fog?

The Fog has 345 pages.

Who wrote The Fog?

The Fog was written by James Herbert. It was first published in 1975.

What is the ISBN for The Fog?

The ISBN-13 for The Fog is 9780330376150.0.

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