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The Brothers Karamazov

by Fyodor Dostoevsky

4.4 out of 5, from 733 ratings from Hardcover readers

Three very different brothers, a sensualist, an intellectual and a novice monk, are tied to their bullying father. When he is murdered, one of them is put on trial and the novel wrestles with faith and doubt.

Facts last checked 2026-10-16

First published
1880
Pace
Slow
Length
Long
Pages
796
Format
Standalone
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Read this if you want a monumental novel of ideas that is also a family drama and a murder mystery.

Skip this if you want short or light reading, because it asks a lot of your time and attention.

The feel

Content warnings

  • Death
  • Violence
  • Child abuse

Also reported by Hardcover readers:

  • Murder
  • Bullying
  • Child death
  • Alcoholism
  • Domestic abuse
  • Emotional abuse
  • Patricide

Quick answers about The Brothers Karamazov

What is The Brothers Karamazov about?
Three very different brothers, a sensualist, an intellectual and a novice monk, are tied to their bullying father. When he is murdered, one of them is put on trial and the novel wrestles with faith and doubt.
Who should read The Brothers Karamazov?
Read it if you want a monumental novel of ideas that is also a family drama and a murder mystery. Skip it if you want short or light reading, because it asks a lot of your time and attention.
How long and how fast is The Brothers Karamazov?
It is a slow-paced, long read of about 796 pages, first published in 1880.
Does The Brothers Karamazov have content warnings?
Content we flag: Death, Violence, Child abuse.
Can I borrow The Brothers Karamazov for free?
Often, yes. Check Libby (OverDrive) to see whether your library lends The Brothers Karamazov; the borrow button above searches it for you.
What should I read after The Brothers Karamazov?
Readers who liked it often move on to Crime and Punishment, East of Eden, War and Peace.

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