How Long to Read Dessa Rose

How Long Does it Take to Read Dessa Rose?

It takes the average reader 4 hours to read Dessa Rose by Sherley A. Williams

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

This acclaimed historical novel is based on two actual incidents: In 1829 in Kentucky, a pregnant black woman helped lead an uprising of a group of slaves headed to the market for sale. She was sentenced to death, but her hanging was delayed until after the birth of her baby. In North Carolina in 1830, a white woman living on an isolated farm was reported to have given sanctuary to runaway slaves. In Dessa Rose, the author asks the question: "What if these two women met?" From there the story unfolds: two strong women, one black, one white, form a forbidden and ambivalent alliance; a bold...

How long is Dessa Rose?

Dessa Rose by Sherley A. Williams is 240 pages long, and a total of 60,000 words.

This makes it 81% the length of the average book. It also has 73% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Dessa Rose Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 27 minutes to read Dessa Rose aloud.

What Reading Level is Dessa Rose?

Dessa Rose is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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