Tipping the Velvet
by Sarah Waters
Tipping the Velvet by Sarah Waters holds a highly rated rating of 4.00 out of 5, based on 36.6K reader ratings. First published in 1998. The book spans 472 pages.
About Tipping the Velvet
Nan King, an oyster girl, is captivated by the music hall phenomenon Kitty Butler, a male impersonator extraordinaire treading the boards in Canterbury. Through a friend at the box office, Nan manages to visit all her shows and finally meet her heroine. Soon after, she becomes Kitty's dresser and the two head for the bright lights of Leicester Square where they begin a glittering career as music-hall stars in an all-singing and dancing double act. At the same time, behind closed doors, they admit their attraction to each other and their affair begins.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Sarah Waters |
| Published | 1998 |
| Pages | 472 |
| Genres | Historical Fiction, Fiction, Romance |
| Average Rating | 4.00 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 36,560 |
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What genre is Tipping the Velvet?
Tipping the Velvet is categorized as Historical Fiction, Fiction, Romance. Its primary genre classification is Romance.
Is Tipping the Velvet worth reading?
Based on 36.6K reader ratings, Tipping the Velvet has an average score of 4.00 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Tipping the Velvet?
Tipping the Velvet has 472 pages.
Who wrote Tipping the Velvet?
Tipping the Velvet was written by Sarah Waters. It was first published in 1998.
What is the ISBN for Tipping the Velvet?
The ISBN-13 for Tipping the Velvet is 9781573227890.0.
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