The Moonstone

About “The Moonstone”

This mystery novel, one of the first English detective stories, centers on the disappearance of a valuable diamond. The diamond was originally stolen from a Hindu idol and later given to a young woman on her eighteenth birthday. Soon after, the diamond is stolen again. The story follows the investigation into its whereabouts, blending elements of suspense and intrigue. Written by Wilkie Collins, the novel is considered a classic of 19th-century literature.