The Moonstone
About this book
One of the first English detective novels, this mystery involves the disappearance of a valuable diamond, originally stolen from a Hindu idol, given to a young woman on her eighteenth birthday, and then stolen again. A classic of 19th-century literature.
Reader Profile
3.9/5 · 101065 readers · 344 pages · ≈ 6 h 22 m · Demanding
How long does it take to read The Moonstone?
About ≈ 6 h 22 m — 344 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is The Moonstone?
344 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is The Moonstone?
It sits on the Classics, Drama, Romance shelves.
Is The Moonstone in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Who are the main characters in The Moonstone?
The main characters include Wilkie Collins (1824-1889).
Where does The Moonstone take place?
It is set in England, India, Great Britain during 19th century, 18th Century, Jin dai.
Who wrote The Moonstone?
Wilkie Collins.
Where can I read The Moonstone online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library