Devices and Desires
K. J. Parker
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Devices and Desires
by K. J. Parker
Published
October 25, 2007
Publisher
Orbit
Pages
672
ISBN-13
9780316003384
ISBN-10
0316003387
Description
When an engineer is sentenced to death for a petty transgression of guild law, he flees the city, leaving behind his wife and daughter. Forced into exile, he seeks a terrible vengeance -- one that will leave a trail of death and destruction in its wake. But he will not be able to achieve this by himself. He must draw up his plans using the blood of others...In a compelling tale of intrigue and injustice, K. J. Parker's embittered hero takes up arms against his enemies, using the only weapons he has left to him: his ingenuity and his passion -- his devices and desires."A richly textured and emotionally complex fantasy...Highly recommended."--- Library Journal (Starred Review) "When so many fantasy sagas are tired, warmed-over affairs, a writer like K.J. Parker is more of a hurricane than a breath of fresh air."--- Dreamwatch
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Devices and Desires?
This edition of Devices and Desires has approximately 672 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Devices and Desires?
For most readers, Devices and Desires typically takes between 14h 0m and 9h 20m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 168,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 11h 12m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 23 days • Estimated word count: 168,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Devices and Desires?
The estimated word count for Devices and Desires is approximately 168,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Devices and Desires?
Devices and Desires was written by K. J. Parker.
When was Devices and Desires published?
The publication date for this specific edition is October 25, 2007. The original work may have been published on a different date.