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The Jester

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Mystery & Thriller Fiction Historical Fiction Mystery & Thriller Mystery & Thriller

by James Patterson, Andrew Gross

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3.79 (15.3K ratings)
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description 548 pages

The Jester by James Patterson, Andrew Gross holds a well received rating of 3.79 out of 5, based on 15.3K reader ratings. First published in 2003. The book spans 548 pages.

About The Jester

Freedom - in eleventh-century France, it is a luxury enjoyed by only the King and nobility. For the serf, it is surely worth fighting for. But is it worth dying for?Arriving home disillusioned from the Crusades, Hugh DeLuc discovers that his village has been ransacked and his wife abducted. The dark riders came in the dead of night, like devils, wearing no colours but black crosses on their chests, leaving no clue as to who they are. Knights they may be, but honour and chivalry are not part of their code. They search for a relic, one worth more than any throne in Europe, and no man can stand in their way. Until Hugh, taking on the role of a jester, is able to infiltrate the enemy's castle where he believes his wife is being held captive.And when a man is fighting for freedom - for his wife, and for everything he holds dear - he will prove a formidable opponent.

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Author James Patterson, Andrew Gross
Published 2003
Pages 548
Genres Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Historical Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller
Average Rating 3.79 / 5.00
Total Ratings 15,313

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

3.8
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15.3K ratings
With a rating of 3.79, The Jester is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 3.95, it performs below the genre benchmark.

How It Compares

3.79
This Book
3.95
Fantasy Average
4.17
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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Jester?

The Jester is categorized as Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Historical Fiction, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is The Jester worth reading?

Based on 15.3K reader ratings, The Jester has an average score of 3.79 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."

How many pages is The Jester?

The Jester has 548 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.

Who wrote The Jester?

The Jester was written by James Patterson, Andrew Gross. It was first published in 2003.

What is the ISBN for The Jester?

The ISBN-13 for The Jester is 9780755300200.0.

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