The Luminaries
by Eleanor Catton
The Luminaries by Eleanor Catton holds a well received rating of 3.70 out of 5, based on 40.7K reader ratings. First published in 2013. The book spans 848 pages.
About The Luminaries
Librarian's note: An alternate cover edition can be found hereIt is 1866, and young Walter Moody has come to make his fortune upon the New Zealand goldfields. On the stormy night of his arrival, he stumbles across a tense gathering of twelve local men who have met in secret to discuss a series of unexplained events: A wealthy man has vanished, a prostitute has tried to end her life, and an enormous fortune has been discovered in the home of a luckless drunk. Moody is soon drawn into the mystery: a network of fates and fortunes that is as complex and exquisitely ornate as the night sky. Richly evoking a mid-nineteenth-century world of shipping, banking, and gold rush boom and bust, The Luminaries is a brilliantly constructed, fiendishly clever ghost story and a gripping page-turner.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Eleanor Catton |
| Published | 2013 |
| Pages | 848 |
| Kindle Price | $2.99 |
| Genres | Fiction, Historical Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.70 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 40,727 |
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What genre is The Luminaries?
The Luminaries is categorized as Fiction, Historical Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Luminaries worth reading?
Based on 40.7K reader ratings, The Luminaries has an average score of 3.70 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Luminaries?
The Luminaries has 848 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote The Luminaries?
The Luminaries was written by Eleanor Catton. It was first published in 2013.
What is the ISBN for The Luminaries?
The ISBN-13 for The Luminaries is 9780316074320.0.
How much does The Luminaries cost on Kindle?
The Luminaries is available on Kindle for $2.99. Pricing may vary by region and promotional offers.
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