Heartstone (Matthew Shardlake, #5)
by C.J. Sansom
Heartstone by C.J. Sansom holds a highly rated rating of 4.31 out of 5, based on 8.3K reader ratings. First published in 2010. The book spans 634 pages.
About Heartstone
Summer, 1545. England is at war. Henry VIII's invasion of France has gone badly wrong. Meanwhile Matthew Shardlake is given an intriguing legal case by an old servant of Queen Catherine Parr. He is asked to investigate claims of 'monstrous wrongs' committed against a young ward of the court, which have already involved one mysterious death.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | C.J. Sansom |
| Published | 2010 |
| Pages | 634 |
| Genres | Historical Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 4.31 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 8,297 |
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What genre is Heartstone?
Heartstone is categorized as Historical Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is Heartstone worth reading?
Based on 8.3K reader ratings, Heartstone has an average score of 4.31 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Heartstone?
Heartstone has 634 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote Heartstone?
Heartstone was written by C.J. Sansom. It was first published in 2010.
What is the ISBN for Heartstone?
The ISBN-13 for Heartstone is 9780230711260.0.
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