The Knife of Never Letting Go (Chaos Walking, #1)
by Patrick Ness
The Knife of Never Letting Go by Patrick Ness holds a well received rating of 3.96 out of 5, based on 99.6K reader ratings. First published in 2008. The book spans 479 pages.
About The Knife of Never Letting Go
Prentisstown isn't like other towns. Everyone can hear everyone else's thoughts in an overwhelming, never-ending stream of Noise. Just a month away from the birthday that will make him a man, Todd and his dog, Manchee—whose thoughts Todd can hear too, whether he wants to or not—stumble upon an area of complete silence. They find that in a town where privacy is impossible, something terrible has been hidden—a secret so awful that Todd and Manchee must run for their lives.But how do you escape when your pursuers can hear your every thought?
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Patrick Ness |
| Published | 2008 |
| Pages | 479 |
| Genres | Young Adult, Science Fiction, Fantasy, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 3.96 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 99,638 |
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What genre is The Knife of Never Letting Go?
The Knife of Never Letting Go is categorized as Young Adult, Science Fiction, Fantasy, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Knife of Never Letting Go worth reading?
Based on 99.6K reader ratings, The Knife of Never Letting Go has an average score of 3.96 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Knife of Never Letting Go?
The Knife of Never Letting Go has 479 pages.
Who wrote The Knife of Never Letting Go?
The Knife of Never Letting Go was written by Patrick Ness. It was first published in 2008.
What is the ISBN for The Knife of Never Letting Go?
The ISBN-13 for The Knife of Never Letting Go is 9781406310250.0.
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