The sequin star
Belinda Murrell
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at 250 WPM4h 35m
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The sequin star
Published
2014
Publisher
Random House Australia
Pages
275
ISBN-13
9780857982056
ISBN-10
0857982052
Description
In an exciting timeslip tale, Claire finds an old trunk filled with her grandmother's treasures, including an old star-shaped brooch covered in sequinsWhy does Claire's wealthy grandmother own such a cheap piece of jewelry? The mystery deepens when the brooch hurtles Claire back in time to 1932. Australia is in the grip of the Great Depression and people seek distraction from their problems through entertainment. There's the famous horse Phar Lap, cricket hero Don Bradman, and then there are circuses. Claire finds herself stranding in the camp of the Sterling Brothers Circus. Rescued by Princess Rosina, a beautiful trick rider, Claire is given a job in the camp kitchen. Life is hard, but she makes friends with Rosina and Jem, and a boy named Kit who comes to the circus night after night to watch Rosina perform. When Kit is kidnapped by a fanatical political group, it's up to Claire, Rosina, and Jem to save him. But Claire is starting to wonder just who Kit and Rosina really are. One is escaping poverty and the other is escaping wealth -- can the two find happiness together?
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The sequin star?
This edition of The sequin star has approximately 275 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 sequin star?
For most readers, The sequin star typically takes between 5h 44m and 3h 49m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 68,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 35m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 10 days • Estimated word count: 68,750 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 The sequin star?
The estimated word count for The sequin star is approximately 68,750 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 The sequin star?
The sequin star was written by Belinda Murrell.
When was The sequin star published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2014. The original work may have been published on a different date.