Escapade
Jane Aiken Hodge
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at 250 WPM3h 51m
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Escapade
Published
1993
Publisher
St. Martin's Press
Pages
231
ISBN-10
0312097999
Description
Charlotte Comyn, the 17-year-old heir to a banking fortune, rejects the marriage proposal of childhood friend John Thornton and runs away to London. There, Charlotte meets Beth Prior, friend of her mother, actress, and member of the demi-monde. Beth sees Charlotte as the perfect cover for her role as a spy, and the two set off for Palermo, Sicily. In Sicily, the two become embroiled in political intrigue, and Beth begins to question her involvement in British politics. Charlotte and Beth find adventure and romance in Palermo amid the glittering stage lights and hidden agendas of the aristocracy
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Escapade?
This edition of Escapade has approximately 231 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 Escapade?
For most readers, Escapade typically takes between 4h 49m and 3h 13m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 57,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 51m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 8 days • Estimated word count: 57,750 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 Escapade?
The estimated word count for Escapade is approximately 57,750 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 Escapade?
Escapade was written by Jane Aiken Hodge.
When was Escapade published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1993. The original work may have been published on a different date.