The Weight of Water
by Anita Shreve
The Weight of Water by Anita Shreve holds a well received rating of 3.62 out of 5, based on 21.4K reader ratings. First published in 1997. The book spans 246 pages.
About The Weight of Water
Librarian's note: An alternate cover edition can be found hereA newspaper photographer, Jean, researches the lurid and sensational ax murder of two women in 1873 as an editorial tie-in with a brutal modern double murder. (Can you guess which one?) She discovers a cache of papers that appear to give an account of the murders by an eyewitness. The plot weaves between the narrative of the eyewitness and Jean's private struggle with jealousies and suspicions as her marriage teeters. A rich, textured novel.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Anita Shreve |
| Published | 1997 |
| Pages | 246 |
| Genres | Fiction, Historical Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Chick-lit |
| Average Rating | 3.62 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 21,394 |
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What genre is The Weight of Water?
The Weight of Water is categorized as Fiction, Historical Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Weight of Water worth reading?
Based on 21.4K reader ratings, The Weight of Water has an average score of 3.62 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Weight of Water?
The Weight of Water has 246 pages.
Who wrote The Weight of Water?
The Weight of Water was written by Anita Shreve. It was first published in 1997.
What is the ISBN for The Weight of Water?
The ISBN-13 for The Weight of Water is 9780316780380.0.
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