How Long to Read Women of Straw

How Long Does it Take to Read Women of Straw?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 47 minutes to read Women of Straw by Carole Llewellyn

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

Description

In 1865, Luton in Bedfordshire is famous for manufacturing straw boaters worn everywhere, although times and fashions are changing. Kate Devlin, the eldest of three children, helps her mother, Rose,run the Devlin plait-school at 10 Plaiters Way. The plait produced there is sold to the Stratton Hat Company, and Kate’s ambition is to become a hat-maker. Kate is befriended by her brother’s employer who has recently purchased Heaven Scent lavender farm. She likes this hardworking young man, and he in turn admires her and it is not long before he declares his love – a love Kate does not return. A family tragedy changes Kate’s life, and with the help of the Stratton Hat Company she sets to achieve her ambition, but her journey finds her confused, infatuated and ultimately frightened for her sister’s life. Ambition to be the best hat-maker in Luton and the chance of true love are pitted against each other – Which will succeed and will Kate achieve both?

How long is Women of Straw?

Women of Straw by Carole Llewellyn is 224 pages long, and a total of 56,896 words.

This makes it 76% the length of the average book. It also has 70% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Women of Straw Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 10 minutes to read Women of Straw aloud.

What Reading Level is Women of Straw?

Women of Straw 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 Women of Straw?

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