The Pilot’s Wife
by Anita Shreve
The Pilot's Wife by Anita Shreve holds a well received rating of 3.50 out of 5, based on 71.8K reader ratings. First published in 1998. The book spans 304 pages.
About The Pilot's Wife
A pilot's wife is taught to be prepared for the late-night knock at the door. But when Kathryn Lyons receives word that a plane flown by her husband, Jack, has exploded near the coast of Ireland, she confronts the unfathomable-one startling revelation at a time. Soon drawn into a maelstrom of publicity fueled by rumors that Jack led a secret life, Kathryn sets out to learn who her husband really was, whatever that knowledge might cost. Her search propels this taut, impassioned novel as it movingly explores the question, How well can we ever really know another person?
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Anita Shreve |
| Published | 1998 |
| Pages | 304 |
| Genres | Fiction, Chick-lit, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Romance |
| Average Rating | 3.50 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 71,777 |
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What genre is The Pilot's Wife?
The Pilot's Wife is categorized as Fiction, Chick-lit, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Pilot's Wife worth reading?
Based on 71.8K reader ratings, The Pilot's Wife has an average score of 3.50 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Pilot's Wife?
The Pilot's Wife has 304 pages.
Who wrote The Pilot's Wife?
The Pilot's Wife was written by Anita Shreve. It was first published in 1998.
What is the ISBN for The Pilot's Wife?
The ISBN-13 for The Pilot's Wife is 9780316601960.0.
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