The Secret River
by Kate Grenville
The Secret River by Kate Grenville holds a well received rating of 3.79 out of 5, based on 11.1K reader ratings. First published in 2005. The book spans 334 pages.
About The Secret River
In 1806 William Thornhill, an illiterate English bargeman and a man of quick temper but deep compassion, steals a load of wood and, as a part of his lenient sentence, is deported, along with his beloved wife, Sal, to the New South Wales colony in what would become Australia. The Secret River is the tale of William and Sal’s deep love for their small, exotic corner of the new world, and William’s gradual realization that if he wants to make a home for his family, he must forcibly take the land from the people who came before him. Acclaimed around the world, The Secret River is a magnificent, transporting work of historical fiction.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Kate Grenville |
| Published | 2005 |
| Pages | 334 |
| Genres | Historical Fiction, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.79 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 11,051 |
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What genre is The Secret River?
The Secret River is categorized as Historical Fiction, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is The Secret River worth reading?
Based on 11.1K reader ratings, The Secret River has an average score of 3.79 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Secret River?
The Secret River has 334 pages.
Who wrote The Secret River?
The Secret River was written by Kate Grenville. It was first published in 2005.
What is the ISBN for The Secret River?
The ISBN-13 for The Secret River is 9781841959150.0.
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