The Crow Road
by Iain Banks
The Crow Road by Iain Banks holds a highly rated rating of 4.07 out of 5, based on 14.4K reader ratings. First published in 1992. The book spans 501 pages.
About The Crow Road
"It was the day my grandmother exploded. I sat in the crematorium, listening to my Uncle Hamish quietly snoring in harmont to bach's Mass in B Minor, and I reflected that it always seemed to be death that drew me back to Gallanach." Prentice McHoan has returned to the bosom of his complex but enduring Scottish family. Full of questions about the McHoan past, present and future, he is also deeply preoccupied: mainly with death, sex, drink, God and illegal substances...
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Iain Banks |
| Published | 1992 |
| Pages | 501 |
| Genres | Fiction, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 4.07 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 14,365 |
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What genre is The Crow Road?
The Crow Road is categorized as Fiction, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Crow Road worth reading?
Based on 14.4K reader ratings, The Crow Road has an average score of 4.07 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Crow Road?
The Crow Road has 501 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote The Crow Road?
The Crow Road was written by Iain Banks. It was first published in 1992.
What is the ISBN for The Crow Road?
The ISBN-13 for The Crow Road is 9780349103240.0.
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