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The Day of the Jackal

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Fiction Mystery & Thriller Mystery & Thriller Mystery & Thriller Suspense

by Frederick Forsyth

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4.25 (85.9K ratings)
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description 358 pages

The Day of the Jackal by Frederick Forsyth holds a highly rated rating of 4.25 out of 5, based on 85.9K reader ratings. First published in 1971. The book spans 358 pages.

About The Day of the Jackal

Librarian note: an alternate cover for this edition can be found here.The Jackal. A tall, blond Englishman with opaque, gray eyes. A killer at the top of his profession. A man unknown to any secret service in the  world. An assassin with a contract to kill the world's most heavily guarded man.One  man with a rifle who can change the course of history. One man whose mission is so secretive not even his employers know his name. And as the minutes count down to the final act of execution, it seems that there is no power on earth that can stop the Jackal.

Detail Value
Author Frederick Forsyth
Published 1971
Pages 358
Kindle Price $9.99
Genres Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Suspense
Average Rating 4.25 / 5.00
Total Ratings 85,883

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

4.3
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85.9K ratings
With a rating of 4.25, The Day of the Jackal is rated near the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 3.99, it performs above expectations.

How It Compares

4.25
This Book
3.99
Mystery & Thriller Average
4.17
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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Day of the Jackal?

The Day of the Jackal is categorized as Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.

Is The Day of the Jackal worth reading?

Based on 85.9K reader ratings, The Day of the Jackal has an average score of 4.25 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.

How many pages is The Day of the Jackal?

The Day of the Jackal has 358 pages.

Who wrote The Day of the Jackal?

The Day of the Jackal was written by Frederick Forsyth. It was first published in 1971.

What is the ISBN for The Day of the Jackal?

The ISBN-13 for The Day of the Jackal is 9780553266310.0.

How much does The Day of the Jackal cost on Kindle?

The Day of the Jackal is available on Kindle for $9.99. Pricing may vary by region and promotional offers.

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