First Thrills
Lee Child
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First Thrills
by Lee Child
Published
2011
Publisher
Atlantic Books, Limited
Pages
416
ISBN-13
9781848876941
Description
New York Times bestselling author Lee Child and International Thriller Writers, Inc., present a collection of remarkable stories in First Thrills. Showcasing many of the organization's bestselling authors as well as rising stars in the genre, here are twenty-five brand-new, never-before-published stories packed with murder, mystery, and mayhem. Including... -- A cunning criminal thinks he can use a child to take the rap for his crimes. -- A hospital intern turned body snatcher. -- A priest who comes face-to-face with his wife's murderer on death row. -- A Confederate soldier comes home to his love, but changed by more than just the war . . . he comes back wrong. -- The discovery of a flying saucer in the ocean depths brings one man to the brink of a massive revelation. -- A dying man's last request proves to his ex-wife that he's still rotten to the core. -- A clandestine operative finds himself caught in a wicked game of confusion . . . but who is calling the shots? No matter what type of thriller you listen to, you'll find something here that will entertain you . . . and perhaps a new writer you'll cherish for years to come.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in First Thrills?
This edition of First Thrills has approximately 416 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 First Thrills?
For most readers, First Thrills typically takes between 8h 40m and 5h 47m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 104,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 6h 56m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 14 days • Estimated word count: 104,000 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 First Thrills?
The estimated word count for First Thrills is approximately 104,000 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 First Thrills?
First Thrills was written by Lee Child.
When was First Thrills published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2011. The original work may have been published on a different date.