How Long to Read The Ballad of Jessie Pearl

How Long Does it Take to Read The Ballad of Jessie Pearl?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 20 minutes to read The Ballad of Jessie Pearl by Shannon Hitchcock

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

Description

It's 1922, and Jessie has big plans for her future, but that's before tuberculosis strikes. Though she has no talent for cooking, cleaning, or nursing, Jessie puts her dreams on hold to help her family. She falls in love for the first time ever, and suddenly what she wants is not so simple anymore. Inspired by Shannon Hitchcock's family history, The Ballad of Jessie Pearl wraps you like an old quilt in the traditions, tastes, and dialect of rural North Carolina.

How long is The Ballad of Jessie Pearl?

The Ballad of Jessie Pearl by Shannon Hitchcock is 140 pages long, and a total of 35,000 words.

This makes it 47% the length of the average book. It also has 43% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Ballad of Jessie Pearl Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 11 minutes to read The Ballad of Jessie Pearl aloud.

What Reading Level is The Ballad of Jessie Pearl?

The Ballad of Jessie Pearl is suitable for students ages 10 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.

Where Can I Buy The Ballad of Jessie Pearl?

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