The Silence of the Lambs (Hannibal Lecter, #2)
by Thomas Harris
The Silence of the Lambs by Thomas Harris holds a highly rated rating of 4.14 out of 5, based on 351.1K reader ratings. First published in 1988. The book spans 421 pages.
About The Silence of the Lambs
Hannibal Lecter. The ultimate villain of modern fiction. Read the five-million-copy bestseller that scared the world silent. The Silence of the Lambs. A young FBI trainee. An evil genius locked away for unspeakable crimes. A plunge into the darkest chambers of a psychopath's mind--in the deadly search for a serial killer. - back cover
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Thomas Harris |
| Published | 1988 |
| Pages | 421 |
| Genres | Horror, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 4.14 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 351,107 |
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What genre is The Silence of the Lambs?
The Silence of the Lambs is categorized as Horror, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Silence of the Lambs worth reading?
Based on 351.1K reader ratings, The Silence of the Lambs has an average score of 4.14 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Silence of the Lambs?
The Silence of the Lambs has 421 pages.
Who wrote The Silence of the Lambs?
The Silence of the Lambs was written by Thomas Harris. It was first published in 1988.
What is the ISBN for The Silence of the Lambs?
The ISBN-13 for The Silence of the Lambs is 9780099446780.0.
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