How Long to Read Petal on Black Bough

How Long Does it Take to Read Petal on Black Bough?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 3 minutes to read Petal on Black Bough by Richard Shain Cohen

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

Description

Petal on a Black Boughis historical. fantasy. It is a fusion of Celtic mythology with the reality of World War I to the start of World War II, a period that includes the Irish struggle for independence. They mythological warrior-goddess Medb (Maeve) known for sorcery, licentiousness, and affinity for war, emerges from the past to seek warriors who will help with Ireland's independence. her powers also enable her to shape shift, change ages, and migrate through space and time. Medb finds her hero, Philip in a French hospital for the wounded where she masquerades as nurse Lady Madeline. Unfortunately, their alliance and affair result in tragedy because of her eventual transformation to a near human state. Her change affects those within her circle, including her heir, Maeve Dwyer to whom Medb has given her spirit. The others in the group include Maeve's artist lover Matthew, as well as her father Patrick who smuggles guns to the Irish; but the irony of the conversion from Medb to Maeve Dwyer affirms the futility of war and the necessity of love and peace.

How long is Petal on Black Bough?

Petal on Black Bough by Richard Shain Cohen is 237 pages long, and a total of 60,909 words.

This makes it 80% the length of the average book. It also has 74% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Petal on Black Bough Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 32 minutes to read Petal on Black Bough aloud.

What Reading Level is Petal on Black Bough?

Petal on Black Bough 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.

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