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The Moonstone

By: Wilkie Collins
Narrated by: Patrick Tull
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No, the "Moonstone" isn't a celestial relic, it's a gigantic yellow diamond of unearthly beauty that was given to Rachel Verinder as a present on her 18th birthday - and stolen that very night! Betteredge, one of the most beloved butlers in English literature, is the focus of this seminal detective novel, which examines how one family's life is turned upside-down by the theft. And find out why the answers to all of life's problems can be found in the pages of Robinson Crusoe.

Public Domain (P)1989 Recorded Books Classics Detective Fiction Genre Fiction Literary Fiction Mystery Traditional Detectives

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"The first, the longest, and the best of modern English detective novels." (T.S. Eliot)
"This finely crafted tale is riveting in the audio medium." ( Library Journal)
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The Moonstone is a great story with twists and turns and splendid characterisation. Well read in this audio book and keeping the suspense until the last hour.

A thrilling tale!

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The narrator truly brought out the butler’s voice. It was delightful. The story of course was as original, fast paced, humorous, and thrilling as it is known to be. Perfect for several winter nights on a couch!

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Fabulous story, well told by all characters and the actors superbly brought it to life.

Classic in everyday.

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The quality of this reading of 'The Moonstone' is outstanding. The various different actors that are used, add greatly to the effect of the story being told in a series of eye-witness accounts. Being a mature student, and a mother, my time is at a premium but the excellent telling of this gripping tale has allowed me to get to grips with the essence of the story before studying it at University.

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Another enthralling Wilkie Collins yarn. Gabriel Betteredge is one of the greatest creations of English literature.

Outstanding narration

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