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The Bourne Identity (Jason Bourne, #1)

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Fiction Mystery & Thriller Mystery & Thriller Suspense Mystery & Thriller

by Robert Ludlum

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3.98 (327.1K ratings)
calendar_today 1980
description 566 pages

The Bourne Identity by Robert Ludlum holds a well received rating of 3.98 out of 5, based on 327.1K reader ratings. First published in 1980. The book spans 566 pages.

About The Bourne Identity

Alternate cover for this ISBN can be found hereWho is Jason Bourne? Is he an assassin, a terrorist, a thief? Why has he got four million dollars in a Swiss bank account? Why has someone tried to murder him?...Jason Bourne does not know the answer to any of these questions. Suffering from amnesia, he does not even know that he is Jason Bourne. What manner of man is he? What are his secrets? Who has he killed?

Detail Value
Author Robert Ludlum
Published 1980
Pages 566
Genres Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Suspense, Mystery & Thriller
Average Rating 3.98 / 5.00
Total Ratings 327,122

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

4.0
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327.1K ratings
With a rating of 3.98, The Bourne Identity is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 3.99, it performs on par. With 327.1K ratings, it is among the most reviewed books in its category.

How It Compares

3.98
This Book
3.99
Mystery & Thriller Average
4.17
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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Bourne Identity?

The Bourne Identity is categorized as Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Suspense. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.

Is The Bourne Identity worth reading?

Based on 327.1K reader ratings, The Bourne Identity has an average score of 3.98 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.

How many pages is The Bourne Identity?

The Bourne Identity has 566 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.

Who wrote The Bourne Identity?

The Bourne Identity was written by Robert Ludlum. It was first published in 1980.

What is the ISBN for The Bourne Identity?

The ISBN-13 for The Bourne Identity is 9780752864330.0.

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