The Ice Queen
by Alice Hoffman
The Ice Queen by Alice Hoffman holds a well received rating of 3.51 out of 5, based on 12.9K reader ratings. First published in 2005. The book spans 211 pages.
About The Ice Queen
From the bestselling author of Practical Magic, a miraculous, enthralling tale of a woman who is struck by lightning, and finds her frozen heart is suddenly burning.Be careful what you wish for. A small town librarian lives a quiet life without much excitement. One day, she mutters an idle wish and, while standing in her house, is struck by lightning. But instead of ending her life, this cataclysmic event sparks it into a new beginning.She goes in search of Lazarus Jones, a fellow survivor who was struck dead, then simply got up and walked away. Perhaps this stranger who has seen death face to face can teach her to live without fear. When she finds him, he is her opposite, a burning man whose breath can boil water and whose touch scorches. As an obsessive love affair begins between them, both are forced to hide their most dangerous secrets—what turned one to ice and the other to fire.A magical story of passion, loss, and renewal, The Ice Queen is Alice Hoffman at her electrifying best.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Alice Hoffman |
| Published | 2005 |
| Pages | 211 |
| Genres | Fiction, Fantasy, Romance, Fiction, Chick-lit |
| Average Rating | 3.51 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 12,922 |
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What genre is The Ice Queen?
The Ice Queen is categorized as Fiction, Fantasy, Romance, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Ice Queen worth reading?
Based on 12.9K reader ratings, The Ice Queen has an average score of 3.51 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Ice Queen?
The Ice Queen has 211 pages.
Who wrote The Ice Queen?
The Ice Queen was written by Alice Hoffman. It was first published in 2005.
What is the ISBN for The Ice Queen?
The ISBN-13 for The Ice Queen is 9780316154380.0.
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