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The Moonstone

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Classics Mystery & Thriller Fiction Mystery & Thriller Historical Fiction

by Wilkie Collins, Carolyn G. Heilbrun

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3.90 (50.3K ratings)
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description 528 pages

The Moonstone by Wilkie Collins, Carolyn G. Heilbrun holds a well received rating of 3.90 out of 5, based on 50.3K reader ratings. First published in 1868. The book spans 528 pages.

About The Moonstone

"The Moonstone is a page-turner", writes Carolyn Heilbrun. "It catches one up and unfolds its amazing story through the recountings of its several narrators, all of them enticing and singular." Wilkie Collins’s spellbinding tale of romance, theft, and murder inspired a hugely popular genre–the detective mystery. Hinging on the theft of an enormous diamond originally stolen from an Indian shrine, this riveting novel features the innovative Sergeant Cuff, the hilarious house steward Gabriel Betteridge, a lovesick housemaid, and a mysterious band of Indian jugglers.This Modern Library Paperback Classic is set from the definitive 1871 edition.

Detail Value
Author Wilkie Collins, Carolyn G. Heilbrun
Published 1868
Pages 528
Genres Classics, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Historical Fiction
Average Rating 3.90 / 5.00
Total Ratings 50,322

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

3.9
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50.3K ratings
With a rating of 3.90, The Moonstone is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.03, it performs below the genre benchmark.

How It Compares

3.90
This Book
4.03
Mystery & Thriller Average
4.17
Global Average

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Moonstone?

The Moonstone is categorized as Classics, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.

Is The Moonstone worth reading?

Based on 50.3K reader ratings, The Moonstone has an average score of 3.90 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.

How many pages is The Moonstone?

The Moonstone has 528 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.

Who wrote The Moonstone?

The Moonstone was written by Wilkie Collins, Carolyn G. Heilbrun. It was first published in 1868.

What is the ISBN for The Moonstone?

The ISBN-13 for The Moonstone is 9780375757850.0.

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