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House Rules

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Fiction Mystery & Thriller Fiction Chick-lit

by Jodi Picoult

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4.01 (111.2K ratings)
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description 532 pages

House Rules by Jodi Picoult holds a highly rated rating of 4.01 out of 5, based on 111.2K reader ratings. First published in 2010. The book spans 532 pages.

About House Rules

When your son can't look you in the eye...does that mean he's guilty?
Jacob Hunt is a teen with Asperger's syndrome. He's hopeless at reading social cues or expressing himself well to others, though he is brilliant in many ways. But he has a special focus on one subject - forensic analysis. A police scanner in his room clues him in to crime scenes, and he's always showing up and telling the cops what to do. And he's usually right.But when Jacob's small hometown is rocked by a terrible murder, law enforcement comes to him. Jacob's behaviors are hallmark Asperger's, but they look a lot like guilt to the local police. Suddenly the Hunt family, who only want to fit in, are directly in the spotlight. For Jacob's mother, Emma, it's a brutal reminder of the intolerance and misunderstanding that always threaten her family. For his brother, Theo, it's another indication why nothing is normal because of Jacob.And over this small family, the soul-searing question looms:
Did Jacob commit murder?

Detail Value
Author Jodi Picoult
Published 2010
Pages 532
Genres Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Chick-lit
Average Rating 4.01 / 5.00
Total Ratings 111,239

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

4.0
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111.2K ratings
With a rating of 4.01, House Rules is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 3.99, it performs on par. With 111.2K ratings, it is among the most reviewed books in its category.

How It Compares

4.01
This Book
3.99
Mystery & Thriller Average
4.17
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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is House Rules?

House Rules is categorized as Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Chick-lit. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.

Is House Rules worth reading?

Based on 111.2K reader ratings, House Rules has an average score of 4.01 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.

How many pages is House Rules?

House Rules has 532 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.

Who wrote House Rules?

House Rules was written by Jodi Picoult. It was first published in 2010.

What is the ISBN for House Rules?

The ISBN-13 for House Rules is 9780743296430.0.

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