The Guilty River

Known for pioneering the detective genre, the author gained acclaim with notable works like The Moonstone. Born into an artistic family, he spent his early years in Italy and France, which influenced his literary style. Initially a tea merchant, his career shifted after publishing his debut novel, Antonina, leading to a significant friendship with Charles Dickens. This relationship not only shaped his writing but also resulted in collaborations across various literary forms, with several of his works featured in Dickens's journals.