How Long to Read Palace of Tears

How Long Does it Take to Read Palace of Tears?

It takes the average reader 6 hours and 2 minutes to read Palace of Tears by Anna King

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

Description

Hope is the only refuge for those left behind . . . A classic saga of World War One from the author of A Handful of Sovereigns. When Emily Ford’s kindly employers decide to escape the Zeppelin raids that bedevil Hackney in 1916, the pretty housemaid is delighted to return to her parents for an unexpected break. But the holiday proves anything but peaceful. If finding her mother Nellie in hospital after a savage beating from her husband wasn’t enough, Emily’s plight deepens when she yields to the advances of Tommy, a young soldier, and becomes pregnant with his child. Not for nothing is Victoria station nicknamed the “palace of tears.” As trainloads of men leave for the Western Front, and Emily says goodbye to Tommy, she is left contemplating the life of a single mother. Yet amidst the devastation, happiness still lies within her grasp . . .

How long is Palace of Tears?

Palace of Tears by Anna King is 355 pages long, and a total of 90,525 words.

This makes it 120% the length of the average book. It also has 111% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Palace of Tears Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 8 hours and 14 minutes to read Palace of Tears aloud.

What Reading Level is Palace of Tears?

Palace of Tears 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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