The promise
Robert Westall
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The promise
Published
1992
Publisher
Thomas Nelson and Sons
Pages
170
ISBN-10
0174323395
Description
From Publishers Weekly What starts out as a fairly conventional love story finishes as a ghost tale, blending the horror of war with the sepulchral chill of the supernatural. Bob's friendship with beautiful, sickly Valerie soon becomes romantic. When Valerie dies, only Bob knows that her willful spirit still lingers among the living. What Bob does not fully realize, however, is that this spirit is determined to leech away his own life force. Westall's gripping tale is good, spooky fun--and thought-provoking as well. The authentically depicted setting--northern England, at the time of World War II--serves to anchor the ghostly goings-on firmly in the real world. Ages 12-up. Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The promise?
This edition of The promise has approximately 170 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 The promise?
For most readers, The promise typically takes between 3h 33m and 2h 22m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 42,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 50m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 6 days • Estimated word count: 42,500 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 The promise?
The estimated word count for The promise is approximately 42,500 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 The promise?
The promise was written by Robert Westall.
When was The promise published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1992. The original work may have been published on a different date.