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Smack

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Young Adult Fiction Fiction Romance

by Melvin Burgess

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3.87 (12K ratings)
calendar_today 1996
description 293 pages

Smack by Melvin Burgess holds a well received rating of 3.87 out of 5, based on 12K reader ratings. First published in 1996. The book spans 293 pages.

About Smack

Two teens fall in love with each other and heroin. Tar has reasons for running away from home that run deep and sour, whereas Gemma, with her middle-class roots firmly on show, has a deep-rooted lust for adventure. Their first hit brings bliss, the next despair.

Detail Value
Author Melvin Burgess
Published 1996
Pages 293
Genres Young Adult, Fiction, Fiction, Romance
Average Rating 3.87 / 5.00
Total Ratings 11,971

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

3.9
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12K ratings
With a rating of 3.87, Smack is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.03, it performs below the genre benchmark.

How It Compares

3.87
This Book
4.03
Romance Average
4.17
Global Average

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Smack?

Smack is categorized as Young Adult, Fiction, Fiction, Romance. Its primary genre classification is Romance.

Is Smack worth reading?

Based on 12K reader ratings, Smack has an average score of 3.87 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."

How many pages is Smack?

Smack has 293 pages.

Who wrote Smack?

Smack was written by Melvin Burgess. It was first published in 1996.

What is the ISBN for Smack?

The ISBN-13 for Smack is 9780380732230.0.

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