Pastel
Georgette Heyer
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at 250 WPM5h 13m
The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 5h 13m to read Pastel.
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Pastel
Published
April 1980
Publisher
Buccaneer Books
Pages
313
ISBN-13
9780899661216
ISBN-10
0899661211
Description
Frances, the oldest of two sisters, feels constantly overshadowed by her younger sister, Evelyn. Frances meets Oliver Fayre, an extremely handsome man that her aunt tries to set her up with. It seems to be going well, then one day Oliver stops by to visit Frances, sees beautiful Evelyn and forgets that Frances exists. One of the four "contemporary" novels Georgette Heyer had suppressed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Pastel?
This edition of Pastel has approximately 313 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 Pastel?
For most readers, Pastel typically takes between 6h 31m and 4h 21m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 78,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 13m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 11 days • Estimated word count: 78,250 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 Pastel?
The estimated word count for Pastel is approximately 78,250 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 Pastel?
Pastel was written by Georgette Heyer.
When was Pastel published?
The publication date for this specific edition is April 1980. The original work may have been published on a different date.