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Reading The Count of Monte Cristo in its entirety is a commitment—but one rewarded with unforgettable scenes (the starlit swim to freedom, the telegraph bribe, the poison breakfast). Whether you read it as a Victorian serial reader did or download a free ebook tonight, you’re about to experience one of literature’s greatest stories of human will.

Have you read the full book? Share your favorite chapter or scene in the comments. Looking for a chapter-by-chapter summary? Check out our guide below.

The full book is divided into 117 chapters and follows Edmond Dantès, a young sailor falsely accused of treason on his wedding day. He’s locked away in the Château d’If, where he meets Abbé Faria, a fellow prisoner who reveals the location of a hidden treasure. After a dramatic escape, Dantès transforms into the mysterious, wealthy Count of Monte Cristo and methodically punishes those who ruined his life.