Publisher Description
First published in 1868, The Moonstone by Wilkie Collins is widely regarded as the first modern detective novel and a masterpiece of Victorian literature.
When a priceless Indian diamond known as the Moonstone disappears from an English country house, suspicion spreads across families, servants, and strangers alike. Told through multiple narrators, the novel unravels a gripping mystery filled with secrets, deception, romance, and unexpected twists. Each perspective brings the reader closer to the truth—while raising new questions.
Praised by writers such as T. S. Eliot, The Moonstone blends suspense, psychological depth, and social commentary, laying the foundation for the detective fiction genre that later inspired authors like Agatha Christie and Arthur Conan Doyle.
This carefully prepared edition presents the complete, unabridged public-domain text, ideal for both first-time readers and classic literature collectors.
✨ Why readers love this book:
✔ One of the greatest mystery novels of all time
✔ Invented many detective fiction tropes still used today
✔ Rich Victorian atmosphere and unforgettable characters
✔ A must-read for fans of classic crime and suspense
