1. A written work, usually a novel or thriller, which is interesting or exciting enough to keep the reader engrossed and wanting to finish it
   "The new mystery novel was such a page-turner that she stayed up all night to finish it"

1. A mechanical device that turns pages of bound books and magazines automatically
   "The pianist used a page turner to avoid interrupting her performance"

Derived forms: page-turners

Type of: mechanical device, novel

Encyclopedia: Page-turner