How Long to Read The Girl in the Picture

How Long Does it Take to Read The Girl in the Picture?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 36 minutes to read The Girl in the Picture by II Charles E. Merkel

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

Description

Eighteen-year-old Brian Kitzmiller is the ordinary American boy: enlisted in the army then sent to 1967 Vietnam, naive and scared. In a hazing ritual early on, Brian's sergeant orders him to reveal a picture of his girl. Afterwards, Brian displays the picture above his bunk and soon that photo changes the course of Brian's tour of duty and his life. Brian quickly ascends to the most esteemed soldier in the unit by virtue of the fact that he has the most gorgeous girl of all. Her image becomes an object of attention and awe not only amongst his fellow GI's, but his superior officers as well, affording Brian the unlikely status of a celebrity. His reputation grows until one day a new soldier arrives carrying a secret that threatens to shatter Brian's world. What ensues changes not only Brian's life, but the lives of everyone else in the company. "Charles Merkel's wonderful first novel THE GIRL IN THE PICTURE is a powerful, poignant, and profane love letter to a tumultuous era that still haunts America. Evocative more of old-school yarns such as CASABLANCA and FORWHOM THE BELL TOLLS than the cynical canon of 'Nam literature, Merkel's tale bristles with fast-talking GI's and warmhearted CO's. The unexpected sadness, the touching moments, and even the love - yes, love - that permeates the novel gets under your skin and stays with you long after you turn the final page. An impressive debut, and highly recommended." - Jay Bonansinga National Bestselling Author of UNLEASHED, SHATTERED and THE SINKING OF THE EASTLAND Charles E. Merkel II grew up in Louisville and Indianapolis, the son of an engineer and an elementary school teacher. A Graduate of the Indiana University School of Journalism and a Vietnam Veteran, he has been published in various literary magazines several times. He has worked as a regional sales manager in the RV industry for 25 years."

How long is The Girl in the Picture?

The Girl in the Picture by II Charles E. Merkel is 268 pages long, and a total of 69,144 words.

This makes it 90% the length of the average book. It also has 85% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Girl in the Picture Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 17 minutes to read The Girl in the Picture aloud.

What Reading Level is The Girl in the Picture?

The Girl in the Picture 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.

Where Can I Buy The Girl in the Picture?

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