Devil Water
Anya Seton
Reading Time
at 250 WPM8h 46m
The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 8h 46m to read Devil Water.
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Devil Water
by Anya Seton
Published
1962
Publisher
Houghton Mifflin
Pages
526
Description
This fiercely beautiful novel tells the true story of Charles Radcliff, a Catholic nobleman who joined the short-lived Jacobite rebellion of 1715, and of his daughter, Jenny, by a secret marriage. Set in the wilds of Northumbria, teeming London, and colonial Virginiawhere Jenny eventually settled on the estate of the famous William Byrd of WestoverJenny’s story reveals one young woman’s loyalty, passion, and courage as she struggles between living in the Old World and the New. This vividly powerful novel, like its predecessor The Winthrop Woman, combines thoroughly documented history with superb storytelling.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Devil Water?
This edition of Devil Water has approximately 526 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 Devil Water?
For most readers, Devil Water typically takes between 10h 58m and 7h 18m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 131,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 8h 46m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 18 days • Estimated word count: 131,500 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 Devil Water?
The estimated word count for Devil Water is approximately 131,500 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 Devil Water?
Devil Water was written by Anya Seton.
When was Devil Water published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1962. The original work may have been published on a different date.