The Violets of March
by Sarah Jio
The Violets of March by Sarah Jio holds a well received rating of 3.80 out of 5, based on 17.4K reader ratings. First published in 2011. The book spans 296 pages.
About The Violets of March
A LIBRARY JOURNAL BEST BOOK OF 2011A heartbroken woman stumbled upon a diary and steps into the life of its anonymous author. In her twenties, Emily Wilson was on top of the world: she had a bestselling novel, a husband plucked from the pages of GQ, and a one-way ticket to happily ever after. Ten years later, the tide has turned on Emily's good fortune. So when her great-aunt Bee invites her to spend the month of March on Bainbridge Island in Washington State, Emily accepts, longing to be healed by the sea. Researching her next book, Emily discovers a red velvet diary, dated 1943, whose contents reveal startling connections to her own life. A mesmerizing debut with an idyllic setting and intriguing dual story line, The Violets of March announces Sarah Jio as a writer to watch.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Sarah Jio |
| Published | 2011 |
| Pages | 296 |
| Genres | Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance, Chick-lit, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 3.80 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 17,379 |
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What genre is The Violets of March?
The Violets of March is categorized as Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance, Chick-lit. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Violets of March worth reading?
Based on 17.4K reader ratings, The Violets of March has an average score of 3.80 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Violets of March?
The Violets of March has 296 pages.
Who wrote The Violets of March?
The Violets of March was written by Sarah Jio. It was first published in 2011.
What is the ISBN for The Violets of March?
The ISBN-13 for The Violets of March is 9780452297040.0.
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