Autumn Sherlock Holmes Book Catalogue

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MX Publishing
A Sherlock Holmes Story
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Steve Emecz
Timi Emecz
Charlie Emecz
© Copyright 2013
Steve Emecz
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Paperback ISBN 9781780923024
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For Sharon, Timi and Charlie, without your
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Contents
Introduction
Types of new Sherlock Holmes Fiction
Short Story Collections
The Lost Stories of Sherlock Holmes
The Outstanding Mysteries of Sherlock Holmes
The Untold Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (Kuhns #1)
Sherlock Holmes: Studies In Legacy (Kuhns #2)
Sherlock Holmes In Pursuit
Sherlock Holmes: The Skull of KohadaKoheiji and Other Stories
Sherlock Holmes: The Murder at The Savoy and Other stories
The Papers of Sherlock Holmes Volume I (Marcum #1)
The Papers of Sherlock Holmes Volume II (Marcum #2)
The Cotswolds Werewolf and other stories of Sherlock Holmes
Holmes Traditional Novels
The Secret Journal of Dr.Watson
The Revenge of Sherlock Holmes
Watsons Afghan Adventure (McMullen #1)
Sherlock Holmes and The Mystery of the Boer Wagon (McMullen #2)
Sherlock Holmes and The Irish Rebels (McMullen #3)
Holmes and Watson The War Years
The Amateur Executioner: Enoch Hale Meets Sherlock Holmes
Sherlock Holmes and The Lyme Regis Horror (Ruffle #1)
Sherlock Holmes and The Lyme Regis Legacy (Ruffle #2)
Sherlock Holmes and The Lyme Regis Trials (Ruffle #3)
Sherlock Holmes and The Dead Boer at Scotney Castle (Symonds #1)
Sherlock Holmes and The Case of The Bulgarian Codex (Symonds #2)
Sherlock Holmes and The Case of the Edinburgh Haunting
Holmes In Time For Christmas: A Great Hiatus Year Adventure
A Case of Witchcraft
Mystery at St Andrews
A Study In Regret
The Making of A Man: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery
Sherlock Holmes and A Quantity of Debt
Sherlock Holmes and The Black Widower
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Cross-Over Holmes Novels
Anomalous – The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes
Rendezvous at the Populaire (Workman #1)
I Will Find The Answer (Workman #2)
Sherlock Holmes and The Affair In Transylvania
Sherlock Holmes and The Plague of Dracula
Sherlock Holmes and The Whitechapel Vampire (Turnbloom #1)
Sherlock Holmes and The Body Snatchers (Turnbloom #2)
Sherlock Holmes and Young Winston #1: The Deadwood Stage
Sherlock Holmes and Young Winston #2: The Jubilee Plot
Sherlock Holmes and Young Winston #3: The Giant Moles
Modern Novels
No Police Like Holmes (McCabe and Cody #1)
Holmes Sweet Holmes (McCabe and Cody #2)
The 1895 Murder (McCabe and Cody #3)
The Disappearance of Mr James Phillimore (McCabe and Cody #4)
Mark Of The Baskerville Hound
Murder In The Library
Novels Featuring Lead Female Characters
The Detective and The Woman: A Novel of Sherlock Holmes (Adler #1)
The Detective, The Woman and The Winking Tree (Adler #2)
The Sign of Fear (Mary Watson #1)
A Study In Crimson (Mary Watson #2)
Barefoot on Baker Street
My Dear Watson
Novellas
Sherlock Holmes and The Element of Surprise
Sherlock Holmes and The Murder At Lodore Falls
The Case of the Grave Accusation (Neely #1)
Sherlock Holmes and The Texas Adventure (Neely #2)
Holmes and Watson End Peace: A Novel of Sherlock Holmes
Sherlock Holmes and The Case of The Russian Chessboard
Sherlock Holmes and The Case of The Discarded Cigarette (Thursfield #1)
Sherlock Holmes and The Terrible Secret (Thursfield #2)
Sherlock Holmes and The Mystery Writer (Thursfield #3)
Sherlock Holmes and TheLufton Lady
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Fantasy Novels
Shadowfall - A Novel of Sherlock Holmes (Revels #1)
Shadowblood - A Novel of Sherlock Holmes (Revels #2)
Steampunk Holmes: Legacy of the Nautilus
Never Meant to Be
Short Stories
Sherlock Holmes inThe Peculiar Persecution of John Vincent Harden
Sherlock Holmes inThe Mystery of the Magic Umbrella
Sherlock Holmes and The Adventure of The Cricketers
The Case of The Hungarian Foot
Sherlock Holmes and The Case of The Evil Eye
Sleight of Fate
Biographies
A Chronology of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle 2012 Edition
An Entirely New Country
The Norwood Author
Benedict Cumberbatch, In Transition
The Immortals
Collections
Sherlock’s Home: The Empty House
Two, To One, Be
The Art of Deduction
56 Sherlock Holmes Stories In 56 Days
East Wind Coming: A Sherlockian Study Book
The Story And Scripts Behind No Place Like Holmes
A Professor Reflects on Sherlock Holmes
A Sherlock Holmes Who’s Who
A Few Lessons From Sherlock Holmes
The Real Sherlock Holmes
Baker Street Beat
Tales from The Strangers Room
Tales from The Strangers Room Volume 2
The Many Watsons
In Search of Dr Watson Fully Revised and Updated 2nd Edition
Eliminate the Impossible
Sherlock Holmes: Have Yourself a Chaotic Little Christmas
Sherlock In The Spring Time
Sherlock Holmes On The Air
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The Official Papers Into The Matter Known As – The Hound of the
Baskervilles (DCC/1435/89 refers)
Watson Is Not An Idiot
The Sherlock Holmes Quiz Book
The Holmes Sutra
Sherlock Holmes Humour
The Lighter Side of Sherlock Holmes
The Punishment of Sherlock Holmes
Is That My Holmes?
Is That My Watson?
Sherlock Holmes Plays
Sherlock Holmes and The Adventure of The Jacobite Rose
The Hound of The Baskervilles: A Sherlock Holmes Play
The Curse of Sherlock Holmes
Travel Guides
The London of Sherlock Holmes
Close To Holmes
Sherlock Holmes, Arthur Conan Doyle and Devon
Tras las Huellas de Arthur Conan Doyle: Un ViajeIlustrado for Devon
Children’s Books
Sherlock Holmes and The Missing Snowman
Graphic Novels
Sherlock Holmes and The Case of The Crystal Blue Bottle
Sherlock Holmes and The Horror of Frankenstein
Bertram Fletcher Robinson and Max Pemberton Books
Aside Arthur Conan Doyle
Bertram Fletcher Robinson: A Footnote to "The Hound of the Baskervilles"
The World of "Vanity Fair" by Bertram Fletcher Robinson
Bobbles and Plum
Wheels of Anarchy by Max Pemberton
Translations, Audio Books, Acknowledgements
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Introduction
As we head into another frantic run-up to Christmas, traditionally the busiest
time of year for the book industry, we can reflect on an amazing year for
Sherlock Holmes fans.
Many have commented that there has never been a better time to be a Holmes
fan with a multitude of franchises doing very well. The first two Holmes
movies from Guy Ritchie have been entertaining blockbusters, BBC Sherlock
is on the verge of a much awaited Series 3 and the first series of Elementary
has been big enough of a hit for the second series to come hot on its heels.
Worth remembering that Sherlock has but three episodes per outing – though
you could argue they are virtually movies in their own right – and Elementary
has more than twenty episodes. Add the Russian series, a host of live plays, a
brilliant audio adaptation from Big Finish and there is much for our eyes and
ears to consume.
So on to the books. It’s been another record breaking year for MX on all
fronts – in terms of numbers of titles, sales, stories, formats and translations.
Traditional fiction, and in particular the short story collections continue to be
the most popular in terms of sales and David Marcum’s ‘The Papers of
Sherlock Holmes Volume One’ has had quite wonderful reviews. Volume Two
comes out at the end of September, as does the audio adaptation of both
volumes at a very special event which also marks a new partnership with the
Park Plaza Sherlock Holmes Hotel on Baker Street. On the 26th September a
host of Holmes author join David who is travelling over from the USA to
launch the new book, with a few copies of his debut novel A Quantity of Debt
on hand too. The novel comes out in November and does do in hardback - we
keep getting asked for hardbacks so we are giving it a go. We hope to hold
free events monthly at the Park Plaza and will be celebrating the first one by
giving away $500 of free books in goody bags to the first twenty fans that
reserve seats.
In June we launched Benedict CumberbatchIn Transition a performance
biography which has been a big hit – and in August the Japanese edition was
released. Chinese rights have also been sold and there is interest from Korea
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too. We’re doing our own Dutch and Polish translations thanks to the kind
translators that worked originally on the Sherlock’s Home project.
Talking of ‘Save Undershaw’ the fight continues to save Conan Doyle’s
former home and this month we’re working with Carrie Carlson to publish a
homage to the thousands of fans that have been involved in the campaign.
‘Two, to one Be’ is the inspirational title of this special book. Kickstarter fans
with their donations will decide how many translations we’ll be able to do.
We like to push the boundaries and this year is no exception. Sleight of Fate is
a great little novella where a murderer tests his victim with a deadly quiz – but
perhaps the most controversial book of the year is Sherlock Holmes and The
Black Widower where Dr.Watson is accused of being a serial killer.
What will 2014 bring? Well, we hope more licensing into other languages.
Our partners in Italy, China, Japan and Russia report great sales of our titles
and we are actively seeking publishers to work with for other languages and
countries. We have a host of Holmes expert translators in Spanish, French,
German, Polish, Italian, Dutch and Chinese on hand. More audio books with
AudioGo on the horizon to add to the excellent half a dozen we have live
already too.
I’m particularly looking forward to the sequel to one of my favourites – The
Secret Journal of Dr Watson by Phil Growick. The Revenge of Sherlock
Holmes looks like it will be a real classic in May. We have several more
collections coming from the prolific Mike Hogan and more in the McCabe
and Cody series from Dan Andriacco. If you haven’t tried his books yet do
yourself a favour and start with No Police Like Holmes – one of the funniest
and best written modern takes on Holmes out there.
Here’s to a cracking Holmes filled autumn and winter season.
Steve Emecz
London, MX Publishing September 2013
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Types of new Sherlock Holmes Fiction
You can segment Sherlock Holmes books in a number of ways. The simplest
is non-fiction and fiction. The latter is by far the most popular as fans have a
huge appetite for new Holmes stories.
You can break the fiction into several smaller segments. One standalone
segment is modern stories that have an aspect of Sherlock Holmes association,
but don’t feature the characters themselves. Dan Andriacco’snovels with
Sebastian McCabe (No Police Like Holmes, Holmes Sweet Holmes and The
1895 Murder, and The Disappearance of Mr James Phillimore) are perfect
examples. Whilst Holmes and Watson don’t feature, fans can spot lots of
references to the original stories.
Stories that feature Holmes and Watson are often referred to as ‘pastiches’
and you can segment those even further.
We like to split them like this:
Traditional. Set in the same time as Conan Doyle’s originals and generally
written in the same style.
Cross Over. These can still be quite traditional, but bring in other major
characters from history – like Dracula and The Phantom of the Opera for
example.
Fantasy. Bringing in out of this world beings like fairies, warlocks, vampires.
There is some overlap with the cross-overs here.
The other segmentation that you can do is by length and we like to identify
three formats – novel, novella and short story.
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Sherlock Holmes
Short Story Collections
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The Lost Stories of Sherlock Holmes
Tony Reynolds
14th December 2012 (2nd)
224 (2nd)
9781780923512 (Paperback 2nd)
9781780924137 (Hardback)
Kindle, iPad, Kobo, Nook.
Description
The recent decease of one of the descendents of Dr. Watson has brought to
light his personal papers. These include a number of stories that Dr. Watson
suppressed at the time for various reasons. As all involved are long dead, the
inheritor has agreed to the publication of a set of eight of the most interesting
adventures.
Review
The book contains eight stories and, on a cosmetic level, the most pleasing
aspect is the way that the book is presented in the style of the original Strand
Magazine. The typeface is the same (or very close to) and the illustrations are
excellent. In fact they almost make you feel like Sidney Paget had been
resurrected to produce them. I particularly enjoyed "The Adventure of the
Medium" and "The Adventure of the Amazonian Explorer" . All in all this is
very much one of the better collections of pastiche stories. For me personally
I very much like the fact that the author has stuck to the spirit of the originals.
Alistair Duncan
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The Outstanding Mysteries of Sherlock Holmes
GerardKelly
22nd May 2011
324
9781908218674 (Paperback)
Description
This compilation, comprising a Baker’s (street) Dozen of his adventures, recreates the gas-lit, fog-enshrouded world of Victorian London as once more
Sherlock Holmes urges;
‘Come, Watson, the game’s afoot!’
Review
This is a pleasing book, whether the reader is a casual admirer of the
Sherlockian Canon or a true aficionado.
Philip K. Jones
a worthy addition to the realms of Holmes pastiches. Thoroughly
entertaining.
The Baker Street Society
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The Untold Adventures of Sherlock Holmes
Luke Kuhns
2nd August 2012
220
9781780922430 (Paperback)
Book 1
Description
In the year 1933 an elderly Dr John Watson is looking back over his life and
his time spent with his brilliant friend and master of deduction Sherlock
Holmes. He writes in a letter to the reader that he has assembled a list of
seven untold adventures that span from his and Sherlock's early years until the
time of Sherlock's retirement. Watson explains that he wishes to leave, not
only his family but the public with a final compilation of adventures that he
and Sherlock shared while he is still able.
Review
these are interesting and puzzling mysteries and the author worked to
recreate the world of The Canon.
Philip K. Jones
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Sherlock Holmes: Studies In Legacy
Luke Kuhns
15th May 2013
232
9781780924205 (Paperback)
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Book 2
Description
There is nothing more tragic than a story left untold. At least that is what
Sherlock Holmes thought. Through his urgings Doctor Watson opens his tin
dispatch box to recall a series of strange and grotesque events which
consumed their daily lives in the early months of 1899. Follow Holmes and
Watson as they tackle an unusual case of hysteria, race through fires in
Whitechapel, find mystery and murder in a seaside village, and discover what
strange game is afoot when an assault in the confines of 221b sends Holmes
and Watson racing against time towards a deadly and toxic end! One thing is
certain, sometimes the most deadly villain is their legacy. The Untold
Adventures of Sherlock Holmes - Volume 2.
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Sherlock Holmes In Pursuit
Matthew J Elliott
15th April2013
188
9781780922430 (Paperback)
Description
An impossible poisoning case... A master thief discovers something nasty in a
chimney... A murder is committed on Baker Street in broad daylight, and the
culprit is captured, but one man still has his doubts. Six new cases featuring
Victorian England's greatest detective, these mysteries are sure to delight
Holmes fans old and new.
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Sherlock Holmes: The Skull of KohadaKoheiji and Other
Stories
Mike Hogan
30th April 2013
200
9781780924236 (Paperback)
Description
Sherlock Holmes is, of course, the arch rationalist, but his creator claimed to
speak with the dead. Conan Doyle, a medical man steeped in empirical
reasoning at Edinburgh University and the creator of the super-logical
detective, was fascinated, from his mid-twenties on, by Spiritualism, early
experiments in thought transference and healing through mesmerism. He
spent the last years of his life writing and lecturing on those subjects. Doyle
was first introduced to Spiritualism between 1885 and 1888 when he was
invited to the home of one of his patients, General Drayson, a teacher at
Greenwich Naval College. The medium was a railway signalman. Doyle was
amazed by some of the paranormal activity he experienced, but he was no
fool; he thought the other sitters at the séances naive and gullible.
Nevertheless, he was intrigued, and he used his skills of deductive reasoning
to investigate the possibility of communion with the dead. In these five
novelettes, Holmes and Watson pit their wits against supposedly ghostly or
ghoulish presences: the Ratcliffe Oracle, the Impulsive Vampire, The ghost of
One Little Maid from School, the Skull of KohadaKoheiji and the ghostly
apparition of Kit Marlowe.
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Sherlock Holmes: The Murder at The Savoy and Other
Stories
Mike Hogan
30th June 2013
224
9781780924236 (Paperback)
Description
This second series of five novelettes told in the traditional manner by Doctor
Watson focusses on Gilbert and Sullivan themes. A young heiress, about to
appear in The Mikado, disappears from her private school. Mr D'Oyly Carte
engages Sherlock Holmes to investigate mysterious incidents that take place
at the Savoy Theatre. Holmes is arrested for murder, but arraigned on another
charge, and he is challenged to a duel by an unlikely antagonist. Lastly, he
and Watson investigate the strange case of the Queen, Prince Albert and John
Brown at Windsor Castle.
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The Papers of Sherlock Holmes Volume I
David Marcum
22nd June 2013
200
9781780924274 (Paperback)
Book 1
Description
Spanning events over thirty years, Volume I of The Papers of Sherlock
Holmes relates narratives of Holmes and Watson's days in Baker Street, as
well as particulars of Holmes's supposed retirement. Follow along as The
Master and his Boswell travel from the streets of London to the Kent
countryside, to Oxford and Sussex. Written in traditional canonical style,
these stories provide fresh details of Holmes's world. Join us as we climb the
seventeen steps to the Baker Street sitting room, where Holmes and Watson
prepare to begin their next adventure. The game is afoot!
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The Papers of Sherlock Holmes Volume II
David Marcum
30th September 2013
200
9781780924458 (Paperback)
Book 2
Description
Spanning events over thirty years, Volume II of The Papers of Sherlock
Holmes relates further narratives of Holmes and Watson's days in Baker
Street, as well as particulars of Holmes s supposed retirement. Follow along
as The Master and his Boswell travel to Yorkshire, where surprising new
details of Holmes's past are revealed, and even to the United States in 1921.
Written in traditional canonical style, these stories provide fresh details of
Holmes's world. Join us as we climb the seventeen steps to the Baker Street
sitting room, where Holmes and Watson prepare to begin their next adventure.
The game is afoot!
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The Cotswolds Werewolf & other stories of Sherlock Holmes
Peter K Andersson
10th March 2014
200
9781780925417 (Paperback)
TBC
Description
Someone is killing sheep in the Cotswolds. Or something. As Holmes and
Watson arrive in the tranquility of a little village of shepherds and farmers to
enjoy a few restful days in the idyllic countryside, strange things start to
occur. While Holmes locks himself in his hotel room, consumed by
depression, Watson is left to explore the surroundings on his own, acquainting
himself with both the local shepherding community, the eccentric vicar, and
the local folklore concerning a mysterious werewolf. It isn’t long before the
murderer directs his attention to other prey than sheep, and Holmes is forced
out of his ennui into a world of fog-enshrouded moors, wild men, pitchforks
and a big bad wolf. This volume also includes four shorter stories in the vein
of Conan Doyle: ”The Adventure of the Velvet Lampshade”, ”The Adventure
of the Missing Mudlark”, ”The Adventure of the Forking Paths”, and ”The
Adventure of the One-Armed Pugilist”.
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Sherlock Holmes
Traditional Novels
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The Secret Journal of Dr Watson
Phil Growick
14th May 2012
302
9781780921327 (Paperback)
Russian, Italian.
AudioGo
Description
On the most secret and dangerous assignment of their lives, Sherlock Holmes
and Dr. Watson are sent into the newborn Soviet Union to rescue The
Romanovs: Nicholas and Alexandra and their innocent children. Will Holmes
and Watson be able to change history? Will they even be able to survive?
Review
The drama is exotic but the characters and events exude authenticity. The
narrative carries you along like an express train.
Sherlock Holmes Society of London
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The Revenge of Sherlock Holmes
Phil Growick
14th May 2014
302
9781780925189 (Paperback)
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Description
In “The Revenge of Sherlock Holmes”, all the questions left at the surprise
ending in “The Secret Journal of Dr. Watson”, will finally be answered. What
happened to the Romanov Imperial Family? To Reilly, “Ace of Spies”? To
Dr. Watson? But most of all, to Holmes, himself. Historical figures as
disparate as King George V, Al Capone, Stalin, Babe Ruth, and Winston
Churchill, all play unexpected roles in this most insidious historical mystery.
From the infant Soviet Union, to England, New York, the Caribbean and
Finland, the world becomes a giant, deadly chessboard. Who will live? Who
will die? And why? What terrible mind is behind the deaths and deception?
Could it possibly be Sherlock Holmes? And what new questions will arise
with the startling climax of “The Revenge of Sherlock Holmes”?
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Watson’s Afghan Adventure
Kieran McMullen
24th Jan 2011
216
9781907685934 (Paperback)
Book 1
Description
In Watson's Afghan Adventure the good doctor explains to Sherlock Holmes
how he chose to become an army doctor, served with the 5th Northumberland
Fusiliers and how a treasure map brought him to the battle of Maiwand and on
to 221B Baker Street.
Review
The narrative is a very realistic exposition of a British Doctor's life during the
Second Afghan War. The presentation is an accurate and intelligent view of
what Watson would have seen and experienced.
Philip K Jones
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Sherlock Holmes and The Mystery of The Boer Wagon
Kieran McMullen
24thOct 2012
248
9781780923062 (Paperback)
Book 2
Description
It was an incredible year, the start of a new century. Queen Victoria was still
on the throne, the Paris Exposition was the talk of Europe and Count Zeppelin
was conquering the air. The Tsar had completed the Trans-Siberian Railway,
the Boxer Rebellion surged through China, in South Africa the Boers of the
Transvaal and the Orange Free State defied the British Empire, and at home
Sherlock Holmes was at the peak of his powers.
Review
Few people have considered the early life of John H Watson in any depth.
Kieran McMullen, author of Watson's Afghan Adventure is a former
professional soldier and a specialist in American military history an
appropriate person to tell of Watson’ s experiences as an army surgeon.
Exciting, and full of authentic military detail.
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Sherlock Holmes and The Irish Rebels
Kieran McMullen
28th November 2011
284
9781780920535 (Paperback)
Book 3
Description
It is early 1916 and the world is at war. Sherlock Holmes is well into his spy
persona as Altamont following the capture of the German spy Von Bork at the
opening of the Great War. Watson is called to London by Mycroft Holmes
and is asked to join Sherlock, who has infiltrated the Irish Volunteers. War
within the United Kingdom could deal a decisive blow to the war effort and
Holmes must find out the rebels' plans, and if possible, stop the rebellion
which appears imminent. He has need of Watson once again.
Review
It’s a powerful subject, and Mr McMullen handles it well.
this is a sad story, but it is gripping, emotionally involving and impressive.
Philip K. Jones
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Holmes and Watson The War Years
Kieran McMullen
22nd May 2013
420
9781780923154(Hardback)
Description
It was the time of Queen Victoria’s “Little Wars” and the “War to End All
Wars”. It was also the time of Sherlock Holmes and Dr John Watson. Watson,
the man, would be formed by his experiences in the British “Second Afghan
War”, before he ever met Sherlock Holmes in an adventure, he would record
this experience as Watson’s Afghan Adventure, a tale of war and mystery.
Later, Holmes and Watson would go on to not only share the problems of
crime solving, Watson’s three marriages, a purported tragedy at Reichenbach,
and Holmes’s return from the dead; they would also share two more wartime
experiences. In Sherlock Holmes and the Mystery of the Boer Wagon, they
are called on by Mycroft Holmes and the British government to go to the
battleground of South Africa. Their mission is to stop the flow of army secrets
to the Boers and try to recover a King’s ransom in gold. By the time of their
third great wartime adventure the two friends are retired, but Mycroft, and the
government, need them once more as they are called on in Sherlock Holmes
and the Irish Rebels. Holmes and Watson had already foiled the plans of a
German espionage ring at the start of the Great War in the tale Watson called
“His Last Bow.” But it was not, in reality, Holmes’s last bow. Holmes and
Watson are sent now to the little war within a war, the killing fields of Dublin
in 1916 and the Irish Rebellion. Can they stop it? And can they stop the plans
of a renegade member of the Dublin Metropolitan Police? A special hardback
edition including all three bestselling Sherlock Holmes novels from Kieran
McMullen.
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The Amateur Executioner: Enoch Hale Meets Sherlock
Holmes
Dan Andriacco andKieran McMullen
8th April 2013
180
9781780924014 (Paperback)
Kindle, iPad, Kobo.
Description
London, 1920: Boston-bred Enoch Hale, working as a reporter for the Central
News Syndicate, arrives on the scene shortly after a music hall escape artist is
found hanging from the ceiling in his dressing room. What at first appears to
be a suicide turns out to be murder ...the first of several using the same modus
operandi. What's the connecting factor among all the victims? Or isn't there
one? That's what the dogged journalist Hale aims to find out. Covering the
Hangman Murders brings him into contact with a diverse cast of witnesses
and interview subjects that include Winston Churchill, William Butler Yeats,
George Bernard Shaw, Alfred Hitchcock, and Ezra Pound. Hale, whose best
friend in London is the chain-smoking poet and banker T.S. (Tom) Eliot even
makes a pilgrimage to the Sussex Downs to get an opinion on the case from
the great detective Sherlock Holmes.
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Sherlock Holmes and The Lyme Regis Horror (2nd Ed)
David Ruffle
8th December 2011
272
9781780920566 (Paperback)
Book 1 – Lyme Regis Trilogy
Description
The year is 1896. Doctor Watson is invited to the Dorsetshire coast by an old
friend. To Watson's surprise he manages to persuade his good friend, Mr
Sherlock Holmes to accompany him. This hitherto unknown tale of Watson's
involves romancing, dancing, occasional glasses of cider, but the holiday
turns into a nightmare as the two old friends encounter an unimaginable evil
which threatens their very souls. Can they triumph?
Review
David Ruffle has taken on the challenge of writing a short novel in the style of
Dr Watson, and all in all he does pretty well. It's very easy (I speak from
experience) to become stilted or florid or verbose. Mr Ruffle largely avoids
the stylistic traps. Mr Ruffle paints a vivid picture of Lyme and its harbour.
The characters are distinct individuals: the charming landlady, the
insufferable police inspector, Watson's friend the local doctor, and all the
others. And the plot is undeniably exciting!
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David Ruffle
20th February 2012
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The year is 1898. Doctor Watson is once more in Lyme Regis to visit the lady
in his life, Mrs Beatrice Heidler. A gruesome death with echoes of one of
Sherlock Holmes previous cases brings Holmes himself down to Dorset. In
the company of an old friend, they encounter an old enemy with vengeance on
his mind. A tale of revenge, violent deaths and plum puddings.
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This is an interesting collection of stories, constructed around a colorful and
interesting place. It is well worth the time it takes to read and it evokes
pictures of times long past and people worth knowing. The collection ends
with "A Brief History of Lyme Regis" and a pair of laudatory poems.
Philip K. Jones
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David Ruffle
10th December 2012
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1903. Lyme Regis. The Royal Navy comes to town. As do Sherlock Holmes
and Doctor Watson. And Mrs Watson.And Lydia. And a ghost. And a dog.
And a man with murder on his mind. This, the last of the trilogy of Sherlock
Holmes in Lyme Regis pastiches is bright, breezy and fun.
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Affectionate and entertaining
A fun addition to the series... It's a pity if it really is the end of this series, I
will miss those Lyme locals and Lyme Regis itself.
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Sherlock Holmes and The Dead Boer At Scotney Castle
Tim Symonds
19th March 2012
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In 'Sherlock Holmes and The Dead Boer at Scotney Castle' the great
consulting detective comes up against the rich and powerful Kipling League.
Dr Watson recounts the extraordinary events which took place on a spacious
early summer day in the Sussex and Kent countryside in 1904. None of the
earlier stories chronicling the adventures of Sherlock Holmes compares to the
strange circumstances which determined Watson to take up his pen to relate
this extraordinary adventure against Holmes' express wishes.
Review
In 1904 the invitation to speak to the exclusive Kipling League at a Sussex
country house has unexpected consequences for the detective and the doctor.
Holmes suspects that the lecture was arranged to provide an alibi for the
murder at nearby Scotney Castle, but uncovering the truth stretches his
powers to the limit as the killers have learned more from him than he
supposed - and the Kipling League's schemes, like those of Baron Maupertuis,
are colossal. It's an engrossing tale, well told.
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Tim Symonds
22nd November 2012
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It's the year 1900. Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson receive an urgent
commission from the Prince Regnant of Bulgaria to come to Sofia. The Codex
Zographensis, the most ancient and most sacred manuscript in the Old
Bulgarian language has been stolen. Its disappearance could lead to the
outbreak of war between Russia, Austro-Hungary and the Ottomans, three
ageing empires disintegrating like great suns on every side of the Balkans.
What follows is an extraordinary story of duplicity, murder, vampires and
greed for vast estates in Bulgaria and Hungary, with the fate of millions in
Sherlock Holmes' hands.
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A very good story in the Canon Doyle style with an interesting historical
narrative. What I enjoyed most is something other readers will get a real
education from if they are not already familiar with the period. This takes
place in 1900 and Holmes and Watson are involved in a case with
international consequences for the world. They go to Bulgaria both to aid a
prince plus act on behalf of the British Empire.
Dr.Fred
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Sherlock Holmes and The Case of The Edinburgh Haunting
David Wilson
17th October 2012
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In March 1882, when John Watson is invited to Edinburgh to visit his cousin,
the eminent Dr. Patrick Watson, he convinces Holmes to accompany him on
what he believes will be a relaxing holiday. But where Sherlock Holmes tends
to go, then surely a crime must be detected. What begins as a chance
encounter of a seemingly simple mystery at an Edinburgh home, soon takes
Holmes and Watson in to conflict with the Edinburgh Police, an investigation
involving murder and corruption, and crossing paths with the local populace
including Dr. Joseph Bell. As Holmes works more closely with a young
Edinburgh constable on the case, it causes Watson to question not only his
own position, but his very relationship with Sherlock Holmes.
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The Case of the Edinburgh Haunting by David Wilson is a first-rate pastiche
and is extremely well-written. This is a superior pastiche which will leave one
wanting more from the pen and imagination of David Wilson, it certainly did
for me.
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Adventure
Ross K Foad
8th June 2013
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Sherlock Holmes has spoken little on the events following his fall and 'death'
at the Reichenbach falls, his miraculous return has always been shrouded deep
in mystery .Only the scantest of details has ever been told even to his closest
friend Doctor Watson. That is until one fateful Christmas day when Holmes
receives a letter which prompts him to finally open up and enlighten his friend
on one of the most harrowing and twisted cases he has ever investigated
whilst working under the alias of Norwegian Explorer Sigerson during the
Christmas of 1893. Reluctantly teaming with his elder slothful brother
Mycroft and forming the most unlikely of alliances with 'The Woman' Irene
Adler the trio set out to halt a spate of seasonal themed killings that have left a
sleepy Sussex village with a fear of the festivities. But will the combined
intelligence of the Holmes Brothers and the resourceful Woman be enough to
track down the killer and prevent any more killings indeed in time for
Christmas? Based on the 2010 Christmas Special of the hit Sherlock Holmes
web drama comedy 'No Place Like Holmes'.
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A Case of Witchcraft
Joe Revill
5th September 2011
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Sherlock Holmes and the young Aleister Crowley join forces to investigate a
case of witchcraft in the Northern Isles.
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"This book is so completely awesome. Erudite was a word another reviewer
used, which is the one word I would use to describe the book if I couldn't use
'awesome.'It's not for purists. Firstly, Watson's barely in it. Secondly, the
subject matter is a little bit more uh... edgy? than what I assume would be
traditional. Witchcraft, a little bit of sex (though not explicit, I think), drugs,
religious discussion. I mean, it does have Aleister Crowley in it as the Watson
subsitute, ha. This novel shakes up beliefs about Sherlock Holmes... which
makes it sound "merely clever" but I assure you it is not. It reads like the work
of an intelligent person passionate about sharing a story with you, as opposed
to a person passionate about showing you how clever they are. Which sucks if
they are not as clever as they think they are. heh. Still, if you are a purist this
novel is probably blasphemous. I personally find it sacrilicious."
Joanna Oyzon, on 'Goodreads.
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W P Lawler
15th October 2013
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Doctor John Watson is visiting the village of St Andrews, Scotland, on a
much-needed holiday. Still saddened by the loss of his good friend and
companion, Sherlock Holmes, he seeks to put his life back in order. Believing
that golf on the famous 'Old Course' might be just the tonic that's required, he
travels to the Kingdom of Fife and the Royal Hotel to test his remedy. While
there, he meets a former adversary who can use his sage counsel. Willingly,
he agrees to help in all ways possible, for as Holmes might have remarked
with great gusto, 'the game is afoot!'
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Sherlock Holmes - A Study In Regret
Claire Daines
23rd September 2013
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What if two had perished at Reichenbach Falls? One simple, disastrous error
throws Sherlock Holmes from his intended Hiatus into a tortuous journey of
sorrow and remorse. Far from home, broken in body and spirit, the haunted
detective fights to survive the single most tragic failure of his career - a fight
he cannot win alone. With old and new companions beside him, and a threat
as deadly as Moriarty in pursuit, Holmes must find a way to live on without
his greatest friend, while saving the rest of his beloved adopted family from a
similar fate.
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The Making of A Man – A Sherlock Holmes Mystery
John Worth
22nd October 2013
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This extraordinary story unfolds in the dim streets of Victorian London s
notorious East End. Poverty, squalor and crime fester and proliferate,
blighting the lives of all who are unfortunate enough to dwell there. Yet from
within the gloom, a random illumination- a beam of light. The light of human
dignity; just sometimes, righteousness, decency and justice win out. In this
dramatic play-out of the everlasting human conflict of good versus evil,
various giants of their time, immortal beings, come into conflict. They form
unlikely alliances, each presenting a differing prism of perception, different
viewpoints of what is right and what is wrong. Ultimately, what is Good and
what is Evil.
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Sherlock Holmes and A Quantity Of Debt
David Marcum
6th November 2013
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Nothing that is secret can remain secret forever. But is it possible that some
crimes are better left undiscovered? Join Holmes and Watson as they travel
from London to storm-wracked Bedfordshire, where the Great Detective finds
himself uncovering the grisly truth concerning a half-century old murder.
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Sherlock Holmes and The Black Widower
Kieran McMullen
11th November 2013
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In the year 1908 Holmes believed himself to be in retirement. Watson was
once again in private practice and unwed. Mrs. Hudson had gone to Sussex to
act as Holmes's housekeeper. But the fates had agreed that Martha Hudson
and John Watson should be together. Or had they? When Dr. Watson
proposes to Martha Hudson it sets off a series of events that only Sherlock
Holmes can deal with. Watson has already had three wives, all have died
under unfortunate circumstances. Colm Campbell, Martha Hudson s nephew,
thinks there is more here than meets the eye. Is Watson just unlucky or are the
deaths suspicious? Holmes must come to his best friends’ defence.
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Sherlock Holmes
Cross-Over Novels
Featuring famous characters from history including:
The Phantom of The Opera, Al Capone, Dracula, Jack
Johnson, Winston Churchill, Jack The Ripper, Dr Jekyll, and
many more…..
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Anomalous: The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes featuring
Jack Johnson and Alphonse Capone
Samuel Williams Jr.
1st August 2012
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America's first African American heavyweight boxing champion, Jack
Johnson, has a chance encounter with a mysterious Irishman, named
Altamont, when they meet at the boxer's restaurant, Café de Champion, in
August 1912. Johnson's new relationship with the unusual man, with beady
eyes and hawk-like nose, places him in an unusual circumstance to help
Altamont get out of a tough situation. In 1913, Johnson is nailed with a felony
conviction in the American court system and flees to Canada, and later travels
to England, to meet with fight promoters. But a stolen South African 'blood
diamond' and a grudge harbored against the controversial boxer from the past,
puts Johnson's life in peril while on British soil, reuniting him with the
mysterious Altamont.
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an engrossing read, acy, exciting and full of details. The plot itself is
involving, well-worked out and always captures both the imagination and
attention. The major players are exremely well-portrayed and their dialogue
is always, always convincing.
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Rendezvous at ThePopulaire – A Novel of Sherlock Holmes
Kate Workman
15th May 2011
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Book 1 – Famous Villains
Description
Sherlock Holmes has retired. After a cruel accident during a fruitless chase for
Moriarty, Holmes is maimed badly enough that he declares he will no longer
solve the crimes of the London streets. But then a letter comes. A letter
imploring him to investigate the Opera Populaire's ghost. The spectre
everyone has heard rumours of, but only one has seen.
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Holmes and Watson are perfectly drawn and it's refreshing to see Watson
fully involved. For fans of the Canon this is more satisfying than previous
pastiches on this theme, it’s heart is in the right place and it is an undeniably
exciting read.
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I Will Find The Answer – A Novel of Sherlock Holmes
Kate Workman
16th November 2011
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Book 2 – Famous Villains
Description
Erik has returned and has brought an interesting character to Holmes's
attention: Dr. Henry Jekyll. It appears Jekyll is experimenting on an
unsanctioned patient in an effort to prove his theories concerning human
nature correct. But who is the patient he's found? Is it his mentally ill father,
shut away for years in an institution? Is it Simon Stride, the jealous former
suitor of Jekyll's fiancée? Or could it be the mysterious, unsavoury murderer,
Edward Hyde, with whom Jekyll seems to have intimate knowledge?
Sherlock Holmes, along with Erik and Watson, investigates this bizarre case.
Holmes uses a very unorthodox method that brings him to the brink of
insanity as he delves into the mind of a man obsessively devoted to his work.
Will Holmes's own mind crack under the strain of this case?
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An absolutely stellar gem of a novel and I for one am eagerly looking forward
to Kate's next Holmes excursion.It will be one hell of a ride.
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Sherlock Holmes and The Affair in Transylvania
Gerry O’Hara
2nd November 2011
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Description
Sherlock Holmes and Doctor John Watson are returning to London from
Bucharest after the great detective has interceded in a delicate matter relating
to the Rumanian Royal House. Doctor Watson opens a distressing letter from
his niece, Mina, now living in Budapest with her young husband, Janos, a
newly qualified lawyer. It seems that the young man has not returned from a
business assignment in Transylvania. Holmes suspects that letters from the
young lawyer may have been forged, or written under duress. Next day they
set off for Castle Dracula.
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Idiosyncratic and entertaining.
This stands comparison with the very best pastiches on this theme.
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Sherlock Holmes and The Plague of Dracula (2nd Ed)
Stephen Seitz
28th May 2012
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9781780921709(Paperback)
Description
After Mina Murray asks Sherlock Holmes to locate her fiancee, Holmes and
Watson travel to a land far eerier than the moors they had known when
pursuing the Hound of the Baskervilles. The confrontation with Count
Dracula threatens Holmes' health, his sanity, and his life. Will Holmes survive
his battle with Count Dracula?
Review
It isn't the first time that the detective and the vampire have been pitted
against each other, and it won't be the last, but it has a good deal going for it.
Other writers have shattered Holmes's disbelief in the supernatural, but Mr
Seitz assaults the credulity of Dr Van Helsing and others of Bram Stoker's
characters - without diminishing the excitement of the conflict. And (hurrah!)
he doesn't try to make Count Dracula a Byronic romantic hero.
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Sherlock Holmes and The Whitechapel Vampire
Dean Turnbloom
7thMay 2012
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Victorian England’s most famous consulting detective is hot on the trail of
London's most notorious serial killer, Jack the Ripper. But in Sherlock
Holmes and the Whitechapel Vampire, Jack is a vampire and Holmes refusal
to believe it could be his undoing as the two match wits in this delightfully
original first novel.
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This is full-blooded pulp fiction, imaginatively identifying Jack the Ripper as
an aristocratic Italian - well, the title is self-explanatory. The narrative rushes
along, carrying you with it, in the best tradition of the thriller.
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Sherlock Holmes and the Body Snatchers
Dean Turnbloom
22nd February 2014
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With Baron Barlucci escaping London on his way to New York with Abigail
Drake, Dr. Watson is certain they’ve seen the last of the Whitechapel
Vampire; Sherlock Holmes isn’t so sure. They soon learn the Animus Lacuna,
barque of the now infamous Barlucci, was reported lost at sea and a longboat
carrying the body of Abigail Drake was recovered by Newfoundland
fishermen. But when Inspector Andrews of Scotland Yard arrives to retrieve
her remains, the body suddenly disappears and Sherlock Holmes is called in
to investigate.
“Sherlock Holmes and the Body Snatchers” takes up the story of the
Whitechapel Vampire in New York, where Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson
meet, work with, and sometimes work against, New York detectives Mylo
Strumm and Michael Murray. Holmes and Watson are on a quest to find the
missing body of Miss Abigail Drake, while Strumm and Murray are
investigating a string of unusual murders that bear a striking resemblance to
the ‘Ripper’ murders in London.
Fast-paced and well-researched, “Sherlock Holmes and the Body Snatchers”
sequel to “Sherlock Holmes and the Whitechapel Vampire” takes the famous
detective out of his familiar London environs and places him in 1888
Manhattan, a place of sin and vice, rivalling the worst London has to offer.
Holmes chases his nemesis while he struggles with the enigma Barlucci
presents.
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Sherlock Holmes and Young Winston: The Deadwood Stage
Mike Hogan
10th December 2012
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Description
Spring 1887. Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson find a cuckoo in their
comfortable nest at 221B Baker Street when, after a chance encounter in Hyde
Park, twelve-year-old Winston Spencer-Churchill is dumped on them by his
far from doting mother, Lady Randolph. Winston blossoms under the
affectionate, if occasionally jealous care of Watson. His developing detective
skills and connections in Society are combined with a capacity for creating
mayhem. Add in pack of Indians from Buffalo Bill's Wild West show and a
homicidal pork butcher with an axe and as Holmes says of this first in a series
of adventures "I dare say these experiences have done him a power of good.
He will be much better prepared for daily life at his public school".
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Everything about this book, whether it be plot, casting, characters or dialogue
is spot on. Mr Hogan, quite simply, does not put a foot wrong with volume,
roll on the next two!
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Mike Hogan
18th February 2013
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June 1887. As the climax of her Golden Jubilee celebrations, Queen Victoria
will join more than fifty foreign monarchs and heads of state, her peers of the
realm and her ministers in a service of thanksgiving at Westminster Abbey.
Spymasters in the newly created Special (Irish) Branch of Scotland Yard
inform the Prime Minister that blood-oath Irish Republican fanatics vow to
wipe out the Queen and her family; Fenian assassins will throw bombs of
terrible potency using the new explosive, dynamite. Sherlock Holmes and his
companions Doctor Watson and young Winston Churchill are called in not
only to prevent a dynamite outrage against the Queen, but to avert a
catastrophic war that might bring down the Empire. As the plot unravels, they
find it harder and harder to determine who they can trust even at the highest
levels of the government. Who is spying on whom?
Review
This is the kind of pastiche that gives pastiches a good name. I am inclined to
think it’s the one of the best pastiches of the last twenty years.
David Ruffle
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Sherlock Holmes and Young Winston: The Giant Moles
Mike Hogan
20th May 2013
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Christmas 1887. With his mother and father away on a European tour, young
Winston Churchill, now thirteen years of age, spends his Christmas holidays
with Holmes and Watson. Young Winston is a lively addition to the
household, but Watson cannot help thinking that a cuckoo has landed in the
nest at 221B. Holmes places a reliance upon the boy that appears quite unfair.
He gives the boy tasks that would previously have fallen to Watson's lot. A
boy of thirteen can hardly be expected to bring to a problem the expertise and
sagacity of a seasoned professional or can he? Perhaps it is time for Winston
to spend more time with his brother and his nanny. Young Churchill assists
Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson as they trace the missing Apostles'
papers, expose the mad doctor of Hammersmith and track the Giant Moles of
Paradol Hall in Herefordshire.
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No Police Like Holmes
Dan Andriacco
9th November 2011
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Book 1
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The Investigating Arthur Conan Doyle and Sherlock Holmes Colloquium and
donation of the third largest private collection of Sherlockiana in the world
were supposed to produce a weekend of great publicity for tiny St.
Benignuscollege in Erin, Ohio. But when theft and murder come to campus,
college public relations director Jeff Cody finds himself knee-deep in
Sherlockian suspects, besieged by an aggressive reporter he loves but no
longer dates, and competing with his eccentric brother-in-law, Sebastian
McCabe, to solve the crimes first. The mess worsens when Jeff and his exgirlfriend, Lynda Teal, themselves fall under suspicion of murder - and with
good reason, for they have something to hide. This satirical romp takes
Sherlock Holmes seriously, but not Holmesians. A witty and engaging spoof
sure to delight not only the deerstalker set but mystery fans in general.
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No Police Like Holmes is an exciting and witty romp - not about Holmes but
about his fans.
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Holmes Sweet Holmes
Dan Andriacco
1st May 2012
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Description
Writer-actor-director Peter Gerard's latest film was a smash hit, but some fans
of Sherlock Holmes were outraged. Why? Because 221 B Bourbon Street
portrayed the beloved detective as a goateed, saxophone-playing southern
American working in 1920s New Orleans! Was it a disgruntled Sherlockian or
someone else who hated Gerard enough to kill him - twice? That's what
mystery writer and college professor Sebastian McCabe, assisted by brotherin-law Jeff Cody, must find out before McCabe's own disgraceful
involvement in the affair comes to light. And it will take a little stage magic to
do it. Amidst this challenging mystery, Jeff's complicated relationship with
the lovely journalist Lynda Teal seems to be reaching a definitive resolution
just as Jeff approaches his birthday.
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The characters are engaging, the plot is cunning, and the writing is literate
and witty. This is classy stuff!
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The 1895 Murder
Dan Andriacco
1st November 2012
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Description
Popular mystery writer Sebastian McCabe is about to conquer a new world
with his Sherlock Holmes play 1895. On opening night, however, his Erin,
Ohio theatrical debut as both playwright and actor is upstaged by a murder in
back of the newly renovated theater.His brother-in-law, Jeff Cody, evicted
from his long-time apartment to make room for fiancée Lynda Teal's guntoting father, is busy trying to keep Lynda's gorgeous and famous mother
from hijacking their swiftly approaching wedding.Both men are pulled into
the murder investigation by the pleading of Sister Mary Margaret Malone,
Lynda's best friend and maid of honor. The dead man was an old flame of the
sister - and the chief suspect is a troubled young man she is trying to save.
Convinced of his innocence, she wants Mac and Jeff to prove it.
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The third Jeff Cody/Sebastian McCabe mystery - and the best yet.
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The Disappearance of Mr James Phillimore
Dan Andriacco
23rd June 2013
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Book 4
Description
When popular mystery writer Sebastian McCabe agreed to take part in a
literary debate in London, he had no clue that he would wind up as both
investigator and suspect in the strangest case of his amateur sleuthing career.
Arthur James Phillimore, investment guru to the stars and member of an elite
Sherlock Holmes society, steps back into his home to fetch an umbrella one
rainy day and is never seen alive again. The mystery is eerily evocative of one
of Dr. Watson's most famous untold tales, the disappearance of Mr. James
Phillimore. But this Phillimore soon reappears - dead. Jeff Cody and Lynda
Teal, also in London on the second leg of their honeymoon, get swept up in
the bizarre case as well. From the home gym of a gorgeous movie star (the
second Mrs.Phillimore) to the flying office an airline entrepreneur, they help
McCabe chase down clues all over London. For the journalist Lynda, it's a big
story. For Jeff, it's a big distraction from the joys of married life. Dogging
them along the way is the shadow of Sherlock Holmes, the one subject that
several of the characters have in common. The great detective is also a figure
for whom Lynda - to Jeff's dismay and consternation - evinces a growing
fascination.
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Wilfred Huettel
12th December 2011
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A New York police officer, who is on a speaking engagement in Britain finds
time to visit the Dartmoor environs. As a nuts and bolts detective events occur
on the moors that test his sanity and reason. What are the reasons for a sudden
rash of maulings and horror? He returns to New York only to ask help form a
priest and a doctor. Finally, he alone must return to the woman he met on the
moors and come face to face with the ultimate terror.
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“The book is well-edited, thoughtful and moving. Americanisms are
appropriate to the narrator and the setting and viewpoint are intrinsically
Sherlockian. It contains something for every taste, action, mystery, horror,
supernatural events and romance.”
Philip K Jones
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Murder In The Library
Felicia Carparelli
28th April 2011
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9781908218407 (Paperback)
Kindle, iPad,Nook.
Description
Are librarians meek and mild bookish types with orthopedic shoes and granny
glasses? Or are they ruthless killers with voracious appetites for wine, women
and song? Can a young widow solve a murder with the help of a Chicago
policeman and an affinity for Sherlock Holmes? The Murder in the Library
reveals all. It is elementary, my dears.
Review
“Extremely well-plotted modern murder mystery with nods to Sherlock
Holmes. Great characters, great storyline and I am impatient for another
instalment.”
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The Detective and The Woman: A Novel of Sherlock Holmes
Amy Thomas
16th April 2012
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Book 1
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Irene Adler, American opera singer and the one woman who outsmarted
Sherlock Holmes, finds herself a widow at thirty-two, wealthy but
emotionally broken. At the same time, Sherlock Holmes finds himself unable
to return to England after faking his death at Reichenbach Falls and is drawn
into an investigation of two men with designs on a woman they call Miss A,
who is none other than Irene Adler herself. The Detective and The Woman
throw their lot in together to uncover a dangerous plot with implications that
stretch across the Atlantic. In the process, they meet legendary inventor
Thomas Edison and experience life in Florida at the turn of the 20th century.
Review
the book is entertaining, puzzling and a lot of fun. This is not a love story.
Instead, it is a coming-of-age tale starring two of our favorite characters.
Philip K. Jones
Wonderful first novel, the quality throughout is of the highest. I loved it.
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Amy Thomas
13th February 2013
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Description
Irene Adler is enjoying a quiet, undisturbed life in Sussex when the
mysterious disappearance of a local farmer named James Phillimore throws
her world into turmoil and forces her to enlist the aid of her friend and former
enemy Sherlock Holmes. Irritated by his flatmate John Watson's romantic
inclinations, Holmes journeys to Fulworth to assist The Woman in her
investigation. Along the way, the two uncover the darkness, intrigue, scandal,
and unexpected loyalty that lie at the heart of a seemingly-innocent village
and a case filled with diabolical deception.
Review
This book has everything you could wish for in a Holmes adventure. It is a
wonderful pastiche, but more than that..it is a wonderful novel.
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The Sign of Fear
Molly Carr
15th June 2010
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Description
The adventures of Mrs.Watson with a supporting cast including Sherlock
Holmes, Dr.Watson and Moriarty.
Review
“What we have here is no more or less than a gorgeous romp involving
several characters from the Holmes Canon, principally Mary Watson.
Married to the good doctor who is forever heeding Holmes's calls and leaving
Mary twiddling her thumbs at home. Mary is evidently too feisty and
individual a woman to let this state of affairs continue for long and proceed to
set herself up as a detective in harness with the startlingly un-Victorian Emily
Fanshaw. The action flows along with great humour (very often at Watson's
expense) and verve.”
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A Study in Crimson
Molly Carr
22nd November 2010
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Book 2
Description
Mrs. Watson continues her hilarious career. A Female Sherlock Holmes
casting her net widely to include solving the Long Island Cave Mystery,
bringing the murderer of an English woman found dead in Baden-Baden to
justice and finding a Holy Grail for a Scottish Laird.
Review
The book is really a collection of short stories whose link is the problems
between the main characters, Mrs. Watson and Mrs. St Clair. They travel the
globe from New York to Baden Baden and search for almost anything ,
including the Holy Grail. This is not a serious study but a light hearted
adventure.
Kieran McMullen
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Barefoot on Baker Street
Charlotte Anne Walters
20th September 2011, 2nd August 2012
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9781780922539(2nd Edition Paperback)
Description
Barefoot on Baker Street is set in late Victorian London where a life of crime
is the only way to escape poverty and servitude for one bright young
workhouse orphan. The narrative follows Red on her incredible life-journey
as it twists and turns through poverty, riches, infatuation, loss and love. A
dramatic escape from the workhouse at thirteen propels Red into a world of
slum housing, street gangs, prostitution and petty crime as the rapidly
expanding city groans under the weight of the industrial revolution. A chance
meeting with the mysterious and eccentric Sherlock Holmes prompts an
infatuation which cuts through her street-wise bravado. Red's blossoming
criminal career also brings her to the attention of Professor James Moriarty.
An autistic savant riddled with obsessive compulsions, Moriarty is a
dangerous criminal who draws Red into his life and onto a collision course
with Holmes.
Review
“...a worthy addition to Holmes literature. Highly recommended.”
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My Dear Watson
Margaret Park Bridges
12th December 2011
232
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Suntory Mystery Fiction (Japan)
Blackstone
Description
The greatest mystery surrounding Sherlock Holmes comes to light-he was
actually a woman! The master-or rather, mistress-of disguise finally puts pen
to paper to reveal this decades-long deception and, in so doing, discovers
another fact she kept secret even from herself. The complex mind of the
brilliant consulting detective is finally opened to the public, in the chronicle of
a new case involving Dr. Watson and Constance Moriarty, the beguiling
daughter of Holmes’s infamous nemesis.
Review
“The woman Holmes lives as a man, and Watson believes her to be a man.
Am I convinced? No. Do I accept it while reading the book? Yes, and not only
because it's essential to the story, which is a good one, involving the beautiful
daughter of the late James Moriarty.”
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Sherlock Holmes
Novellas
‘Like a novel, but shorter, novellas are extremely popular as
a pastiche format. Conan Doyle’s four longer works were
really novellas by modern standards. Anthony Horowitz, who
wrote The House of Silk commented that he had to write two
interconnecting stories to reach the length required for a
modern novel. The longest of the four books from Conan
Doyle, The Hound of The Baskervilles was barely half the
number of words of a modern novel’
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Sherlock Holmes and The Element of Surprise
J Andrew Taylor
4th August 2012
152
9781780922683 (Paperback)
Italian
Description
When two prison guards are found beheaded in the barren countryside
surrounding Her Majesty's Prison at Wormwood Scrubs, Inspector Lestrade
seeks Holmes' singular powers to determine how the murders could have been
committed in separate locations with the only footprints being those of the
murdered guards themselves. With Doctor Watson at his side, Holmes sets out
on this new adventure and uncovers deeper mysteries still; mysteries that will
not only test the detectives' powers of observation and deduction, but his
skepticism of the paranormal as well.
Review
“Now, this is how I like pastiches to be, namely on the short side with
characterisations of Holmes and Watson spot on. To me very often less is
more and here the authors presents us with a novel crime which appears to be
'impossible' yet how can we think that with Sherlock Holmes on the scene. The
plot development is skilful and not hurried along in spite of the brevity of the
tale. The atmosphere is perfect.”
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Sherlock Holmes and The Murder at Lodore Falls
Charlotte Smith
4th June 2012
172
9781780921747 (Paperback)
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Description
From the well-worn tin dispatch box belonging to Dr J. H. Watson, three
untold stories are brought to light. In Sherlock Holmes and The Murder
AtLodore Falls, Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson are drawn into a case that
involves murder, blackmail and robbery. It is a case that leads to danger to
both Homes and Watson and brings a confrontation with their old adversary.
With Dr Watson facing his own personal nightmares, will Holmes be able to
solve the mystery and help his troubled friend? The two other tales are
Christmas stories. In The Adventure Of The Wooden Boat, Dr Watson is
haunted by an old tragedy and copes by building a model boat, which is an old
family tradition. In The Call of Angels, Dr Watson has an accident while
travelling back to Baker Street and is aided by a mysterious stranger. Who is
this mysterious stranger? Sherlock Holmes is determined to uncover the truth,
but all is not as it appears as his investigation comes to a stunning conclusion.
Review
I found this book a great read and with a few surprise twists in it. I think she
has done a sterling job.
Mr Anthony J Widdowson
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The Case of the Grave Accusation - A Sherlock Holmes
Mystery
DickyNeely
27th June 2011
100
9781908218810 (Paperback)
Kindle, iPad, Nook.
Description
A century after the publication of The Hound of the Baskervilles, the
relevance of both Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John H. Watson
is jeopardised. Their creator, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle is accused of stealing
the narrative for 'the supreme adventure' from a friend called Bertram Fletcher
Robinson. Worse still, it is also alleged that Sir Arthur committed adultery,
blackmail and murder in order to conceal his act of plagiarism. The stage is
now set for the return of Holmes and Watson to Dartmoor in Devon!
Review
I enjoyed this book, which is "fiction AND not fiction", and is both
entertaining and instructive.
Bretfan
The book is short, but well done.
Philip K. Jones
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Sherlock Holmes and The Texas Adventure
Dicky Neely
14th December 2012
120
9781780923543 (Paperback)
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Description
The indomitable Baker Street duo travel to the still wild areas of South Texas
to investigate the puzzling disappearance of an heir to the great estate in the
part of the South West known as The Wild Horse Desert. The pair travel by
steamship to the Texas coast and then overland to the Rancho Royal where
mystery awaits them. This is the second Sherlock Holmes pastiche from
celebrated cartoonist Dicky Neely. 'The Case of The Grave Accusation' had
Holmes and Watson travel to the future to clear the name of their creator Sir
Arthur Conan Doyle. The book featured input from the real life murder case
brought against Conan Doyle a few years ago and received great reviews from
Holmes fans.
Review
Of all the disguises in the canon, one that Sherlock Holmes never adopted is
that of a cowboy. DickyNeely remedies that lack in his novella, Sherlock
Holmes and the Texas Adventure. The short book is illustrated throughout by
delightful Dicky Neely cartoons.
Dan Andriacco
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Holmes and Watson End Peace: A Novel of Sherlock Holmes
David Ruffle
7th June 2012
128
9781780921860 (Paperback)
Description
1915. Sherlock Holmes to Watson: Stand with me here upon the terrace for it
may be the last quiet talk that we shall ever have......... 1929. A small hospital
somewhere in Dorset. An ante-room off a dimly lit corridor. It is night and
there is not even the smallest amount of light penetrating the room. In the
room itself a dim light enables us to see a figure in a bed. The pipes, tubes and
all the trappings we associate with keeping someone alive have been removed.
The man, for it is a man, lies prone and still. Still, but not silent. 1929 The last
quiet talk.
Review
I strongly recommend this book, as it is written beautifully; full of wit and
heart and sincerity. David Ruffle wrote a wonderful last adventure, which
feels a bit like the end of the Tempest, when Prospero breaks his staff and
drowns his magic books. It breaks your heart, but it leaves you, too, at peace.
Maria Fleischhack - The Baker Street Babes Podcast
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Sherlock Holmes and The Case of The Russian Chessboard
Charlie Roxburgh
5th October 2011
112
9781780922164 (Paperback)
Description
Late on a foggy November afternoon, a desperate young woman arrives at
Baker Street, imploring Sherlock Holmes to help her. She is terrified about
what may be going on inside a secretive London refuge for Russian exiles,
where her sister works. Thus begins a frightening case which deeply strains
both Holmes and Watson because of the dreadful consequences of failure and
the mystifying nature of the forces against them. The case leads into strange
territory. Into the circles of Victorian radicals and idealists, where early
feminists and socialists rub shoulders with exiled foreign revolutionaries. To a
utopian anarchist commune in Essex wilderness, which imitates the Tolstoy
farm communes in Russia. Deep into the very dark political world from which
so many Russian exiles have fled.
Review
This story kept me interested through to the end where others have felt jarring
and inconsistent in their efforts to emulate Conan Doyle's style. A highly
recommended read for light-hearted mystery buffs and hardened Holmes fans
alike!
K. Patmore
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Sherlock Holmes and The Discarded Cigarette
Fred Thursfield
13th February 2012
104
9781780921174 (Paperback)
Book 1
Description
London 1895. A well known author, a theoretical invention made real, and the
importance of a sometimes overlooked clue challenge Holmes and Watson to
prevent the perfect crime.
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Sherlock Holmes and The Terrible Secret
Fred Thursfield
1st August 2012
194
9781780922287 (Paperback)
Book 2
Description
It is the start of the First World War. Sherlock Holmes is coaxed out of a short
lived retirement to track down an exotic dancer to retrieve a secret
accidentally given to her by a young patent clerk before it falls into the hands
of a hostile government. As much a detective story as a brief history of the
causes, reasons and the long term futility of a long forgotten war.
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Sherlock Holmes and The Mystery Writer
Fred Thursfield
15th June 2013
196
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Description
Gravesend 1920. A famous mystery writer, while searching through the
remains of a damaged church looking for story ideas, happens upon a
document that was never meant to be found or read. Any knowledge of its
contents could change the terms of the treaty that ended the First World War.
There is also a change in the hand that writes and records the cases of
Sherlock Holmes.
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Sherlock Holmes and TheLufton Lady
Marlene R. Aig
8th October 2013
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Description
The Lufton Lady reveals an episode from the early career of Sherlock Holmes
an incident that proves the great detective had a heart as well as a brain. The
story is told mostly in excerpts from the journal of an aristocrat who finds
himself caught up in a dramatic encounter in 1878. The Lufton Lady is a
novella by Marlene R. Aig, a noted Sherlockian and member of the
Adventuresses of Sherlock Holmes who was also a respected Associated Press
reporter. It has been largely unknown since her death in 1996, and is now
published for the first time.
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Sherlock Holmes
Fantasy Novels
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Shadowfall - A Novel of Sherlock Holmes
Tracy Revels
1st March 2011
208
9781908218254 (Paperback)
Book 1
Description
When the sacred relics and mystical objects of London begin disappearing,
Sherlock Holmes must call on more than his powers of deduction to solve a
mystery that threatens the safety of the British Empire and Doctor Watsons
mortal soul.
Review
This is a comforting and disquieting book all at the same time. The sense of
`1895' is so strong that it overwhelms the strangeness introduced by the
preternatural elements for most of the narrative. Holmes and Watson work
together with the familiar combination of trust and knowledge that fill the
Canon but are finally separated by their own natures and circumstances. It is
odd and familiar, comfortable and unsettling. It is just, as I suppose, as the
author planned it to be.
Philip K. Jones
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Shadowblood - A Novel of Sherlock Holmes
Tracy Revels
10th November 2011
288
9781780920474 (Paperback)
Description
A sequel to Shadowfall, this novel continues the adventures of Holmes as a
man of two worlds, gifted with both deductive and magical powers. The
convalescing Watson's country holiday is brought to an abrupt end when an
eccentric recluse named Edgar Telfair demands that Holmes investigate his
daughter's disappearance. Holmes's refusal to take the case is followed by
Telfair's sudden, horrific slaying. The act revives Watson's suppressed
memories of the Shadows and reintroduces him to Holmes's double life.
Together Holmes and Watson must find Alice Telfair, a witch whose
shocking powers are obtained through blood magic, the vilest form of sorcery.
Tracking her from Paris to Prague to America, they soon learn that she is
traveling with a shadowy figure equally as dangerous.
Review
Huge recommendation to all, but particularly Holmes fans, of course. Revels
captures Holmes and Watson absolutely perfectly.
The Bookbag
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Steampunk Holmes: Legacy of the Nautilus
P C Martin
4th June 2012
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9781780922461 (Paperback)
Kindle.
Description
In an alternative Steampunk universe (c.1885), the plans for Captain Nemo's
mysterious Nautilus submarine have been stolen from the British Secret
Service. There is only one man who can solve the case: Sherlock Holmes.
With his bionic sidekick Doctor Watson, and his brilliant and lethal sister,
Mycroft Holmes, Sherlock unravels a mystery that will shake the foundation
of the British Empire. Adapted by P.C. Martin from the short story 'The
Adventure of the Bruce-Partington Plans' by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
(c.1912), 'Steampunk Holmes' is a convergence of one of Doyle's favorite
Sherlock Holmes stories with Jules Verne's 'Twenty Thousand Leagues Under
the Sea' (c.1870).
Review
A fantastic combination of the classic stories from Doyle and Verne putting
both Sherlock Holmes and the remarkable creation The Nautilus inside the
Steampunk universe that will be enjoyable for readers of both classic
literature and Steampunk. The Steampunk world that is created in this novel is
vivid and imaginative.
Luke Kuhns
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Never Meant To Be
Steve Seitz
1st October 2013
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9781780924533 (Paperback)
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Description
An accident with H.G. Wells' time machine strands Cynthia Kenyon in
London, 1882. Utterly alone, the prisoner of Professor James Moriarty, there
is but one name from the period Cynthia knows: Sherlock Holmes. What she
could not know is how powerful an attraction she would feel for Holmes'
partner, the handsome Dr. John Watson. Cynthia faces a number of dangerous
choices on this unique journey: allow the 19th century's great criminal
mastermind to plunder the centuries? Give up her family, friends, and career
for the love of one man from the past? Should she correct the history she has
changed, and how? No matter what Cynthia chooses, some things are never
meant to be.
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Sherlock Holmes
Short Stories
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Sherlock Holmes in ThePerculiar Persecution of John
Vincent Harden
Dan Andriacco
25th Jan 2012
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Tobacco millionaire John Vincent Harden has barely arrived in London when
strange things start happening to him. The clerk at his hotel swears that
Harden has checked out and taken his luggage with him. Then Harden
receives a wire calling him home to his plantation in Kentucky – which it
turns out was never sent. Finally, when a four-wheeled cab almost runs over
the American, Harden knows it is time to turn to Sherlock Holmes for help.
Who is behind this peculiar persecution of John Vincent Harden? Holmes
solves the puzzle too late, learning in the process that indeed “one may smile,
and smile, and be a villain.
Review
“If you don’t read any other Holmes pastiche this year, please, please read
the short story The Peculiar Persecution of John Vincent Harden”
Felicia Carparelli, Sherlock Holmes Murder Blog
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Sherlock Holmes in TheAdventure of The Magic Umbrella
Dan Andriacco
16th Jan 2013
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Sherlock Holmes undertakes one of the strangest adventures of his career
when he agrees to investigate the mysterious disappearance of Mr. James
Phillimore, who stepped back into his house to get his umbrella and was never
seen again. The great detective’s inquiries take him down a sometimes-false
trail from a home in Surrey to a music hall in London and back again before
he finds the astonishing answer to this puzzling problem. In “The Problem of
Thor Bridge,” Dr. Watson lists this case as one of Holmes’s complete failures.
Read “The Adventure of the Magic Umbrella” to find why Watson agreed to
his readers with that false report, and what the umbrella had to do with it.
Review
A first-rate pastiche, in fact it could scarcely be bettered.
The Baker street Society
I thoroughly recommend this fine short story to Sherlockians, Holmesians,
and readers who enjoy mystery and suspense.
Mike Hogan
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Sherlock Holmes and The Adventure of the Cricketers
Tony Reynolds
16th Jan 2013
24
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This title, the second of 'The Lost Stories of Sherlock Holmes' is a short story
set in the worlds of Victorian cricketing and bare-knuckle fighting.
Note: Included in the second edition of ‘The Lost Stories of Sherlock Holmes’
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The Case of The Hungarian Foot
George Colkitto
12th December 2011
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Sebastian Symes, rival of Sherlock Holmes, searches for a butcher’s missing
daughter. He and his companion Major Ritson encounter a Hungarian Count,
a religious relic and a company of Hussars, in a tale of Victorian morality.
Review
"Hungarian Foot" is another pleasant tryst with Victorian England, with
places, characters, and language reminding of a time not too far gone. The
story is not complex or intricately described, but direct, unfolding in its time,
to a satisfying conclusion. Colkitto does entertain.
Jim Hulbert
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Sherlock Holmes and The Case of The Evil Eye
Don Emigh
2nd May 2013
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Description
A member of the London Chess Club has dropped dead during a game,
supposedly of a heart attack. An officer of the Club believes he was murdered
by his opponent's evil eye. Holmes finds that his death was not caused by an
evil eye, but was it or was it not poisoned jelly beans?
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Sleight of Fate
Balaji Narasimhan
23rd October 2013
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9781780924779 (Paperback)
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Description
Ok, so you have won a few Sherlock Holmes quiz prizes, but what if your life
depended on your knowledge of the Sherlock Holmes stories? That's the
shocking fate facing a woman who is tied to a chair - if she can't answer, she
dies. As the questions get increasingly more difficult, the reader finds
themselves realising when their time would be up in this most deadly of
quizzes in which the winner wins the most important prize - life itself. A
fascinating short story which also includes a series of Sherlock Holmes
puzzles.
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A Chronology of the life of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
Brian Pugh
1st November 2012 (Expanded 2nd Edition)
280 [A4]
9781780922850 (Paperback)
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Description
A fully revised, expanded and comprehensive chronology of the life of Sir
Arthur Conan Doyle. The first section contains a detailed chronology of the
major and minor events in the life of Sir Arthur and his family from 1794 to
1930. This is followed by a section on events from 1930 to 1993, the
residences of Conan Doyle and his family, where are they buried, locations of
plaques and statues, a list of biographies and semi-biographical works, a
bibliography, a selective list of miscellaneous writings, works consulted and
about the chronologist. Finally, there are a number of well-reproduced
photographs of ACD his family at various times of his life; some have not
appeared in print before. This publication proves that there is more to Arthur
Conan Doyle than just Sherlock Holmes.
Review
For many of us it will quickly become an essential part of our reference
libraries.
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The Norwood Author
Alistair Duncan
1st March 2010
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9781904312697 (Paperback)
Kindle, Nook, Kobo, iPad
Winner – 2011 Howlett Award
(Sherlock Holmes Book of the Year)
Description
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle is one of the most written about men who ever lived
but despite this some parts of his life get little attention. One such period is
between 1891 and 1894 when he lived in South Norwood in present day south
east London. During this period he wrote and published much of his best work
including the first two series of Sherlock Holmes short stories. This book
looks at his life during this period and, in contrast to other biographies, spends
time looking at some of his input into local Norwood life.
Review
There are many books about Arthur Conan Doyle, but this one by Alistair
Duncan offers a new perspective, because it is focussed on the three or four
years that Doyle spent living in Norwood - and thus it's able to be more
detailed than a standard biography could possibly be.
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An Entirely New Country
Alistair Duncan
5th December 2011
320
9781908218193(Paperback)
Kindle, Nook, Kobo, iPad.
[A Share of Royalties to TheUndershaw Preservation Trust]
Description
The late 1890s saw Arthur Conan Doyle return to England after several years
abroad. His new house, named Undershaw, represented a fresh start but it was
also the beginning of a dramatic decade that saw him fall in love, stand for
parliament, fight injustice and be awarded a knighthood. However, for his
many admirers, the most important event of that decade was the resurrection
of Sherlock Holmes - the character that he felt had cast a shadow over his life.
Review
This charming book stands not only as a testament to a crucial and hugely
productive period in the life of one of our greatest storytellers but as a proud
call to arms for his houses preservation.
Mark Gatiss [Actor and Co-Creator of BBC Sherlock]
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Benedict Cumberbatch, In Transition
Lynnette Porter
10th June 2013
352
9781780924366(Paperback)
Japanese, Chinese, Polish, Dutch
Kindle, Kobo, Nook, iBooks
Description
Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, War Horse, Star Trek: Into Darkness, The Hobbit
trilogy, Twelve Years a Slave, August: Osage County, The Fifth Estate;
HeddaGabler, After the Dance, Frankenstein; Hawking, To the Ends of the
Earth, The Last Enemy, Parade’s End, and, of course, Sherlock. For most
actors, these stellar cinematic, theatrical, and television events would be the
highlights of a lifetime’s work. On Benedict Cumberbatch’s résumé they are
only a few of many entries.
Review
No matter if you are a “new-comer” or a long-term fan, you will find its
contents intriguing...it is a joy.
EmanuelaBorgattaDunnett
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The Immortals: An Unauthorized guide to
Sherlock and Elementary
Matthew Elliott
27th November 2013
200
9781780924908 (Paperback)
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Description
An invaluable companion to both the UK and US hit series, analysing each
episode (including the un-filmed pilot for Elementary), identifying trivia,
offering criticism and considering Canonical fidelity.
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Sherlock Holmes
Collections
Collections of writings, musings, studies,
poetry – with the common theme of Sherlock
Holmes.
The majority of these books raise funds for
variousHolmes related causes.
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Sherlock’s Home: The Empty House
Various (Sherlock Holmes Fans)
23rd May 2012
220
9781780922256(Paperback)
[Royalties to the Undershaw Preservation Trust]
Description
A quite remarkable collection of writings from Sherlock Holmes fans from
around the world (around 40) chosen from over 300 entries. Designed to raise
awareness for the Save Undershaw campaign (www.saveundershaw.com) to
save Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s former home from destruction, the book
includes contributions from leading Holmes actors and figures including
Stephen Fry, Mark Gatiss, Douglas Wilmer, and many more.
Supporters can join the Facebook page:
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Review
A fantastic book written by both fans and Holmes authors from around the
world... a great book to add to your collection.
Luke Kuhns
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Sherlock’s Home – Translations
Thanks to a wonderful Kickstarter project, we have been able to create a host
of translations of this important book. We hope to do more languages soon.
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Carrie Carlson (Sherlock Holmes Fans)
23rd May 2014
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Description
In 2009, a few inspired individuals took notice of the plight of Sir Arthur
Conan Doyle's former home 'Undershaw' in Hindhead, Surrey and determined
that it was up to them to do something about it. Banding together, they found
a way to create a window for spreading their passion and energy outwards to
the world around them. In the years that have followed, that window has
grown into a vast portal, through which thousands of devoted Sir Arthur
Conan Doyle and Sherlock Holmes fans from all over the world have gained
(and seized) the opportunity to have a very tangible impact on the
preservation of Doyle's legacy.
For those involved, Undershaw is infinitely more than 'just a house'. The
purpose of this book is to hold a proverbial hand lens to that deeper meaning
in hopes of capturing some small part of the deep emotion it represents. In the
pages that follow, you will find an eclectic collection of essays, original
artwork, and photography created by supporters and ambassadors from a wide
range of countries, all of which in some way address the same set of
questions: What is it about Undershaw that has the power to drive such a
wide range of people from all over the globe (most of whom have never met
one another in person) to join hands in support of protecting something that
for many is thousands of miles away in a foreign country? How has the
campaign or the property itself touched the lives of those who have come into
contact with it and what sorts of experiences have people had as a result? Our
intention here is to create a kind of insightful snapshot of these things as both
a form of reverent acknowledgement for the efforts that have been put forth
thus far, as well as a source of inspiration for the future.
Supporters can join the Facebook page:
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The Art of Deduction
Hannah Rogers (Editor)
25th February 2013
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9781780922348 (Paperback)
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Description
The Game is Afoot! A collection of art, poetry and writing from fans of the
great detective Sherlock Holmes and his companion Doctor Watson. From the
deadly Moriarty to domestic life of Holmes and Watson, The Art of
Deduction showcases some of the greatest talent from arguably the oldest fan
base in the world.
Review
A really nice combination of poems, short-stories and fan artwork! Some
really talented people has contributed to this, and I really recommend it if
you're a fan of Sherlock Holmes.
Hoppspindel
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56 Sherlock Holmes Stories in 56 Days
Charlotte Anne Walters
3rd August 2012
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9781780922737 (Paperback)
Description
To celebrate the release of her novel Barefoot on Baker Street, Charlotte Anne
Walters undertook the task of reading and reviewing one of the original
Sherlock Holmes short stories every day until she had completed all 56. The
reviews were posted daily on her blog and attracted viewers from all over the
world. The reviews are full of humour and Holmesian insight, ending in a
score out of ten for each story. This book contains all 56 blogs plus additional
material including reviews of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's four Holmes novels.
Charlotte is donating all her royalties from this publication to the Undershaw
Preservation Trust, a charity striving to protect and restore the former home of
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle –www.saveundershaw.com.
Review
“This is a great book to dip into as are most books of this type and I award it
5 stars for the sheer fun of it....and the recognition of the hard work that went
into creating it.”
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East Wind Coming: A Sherlockian Study Book
Yuichi Hirayama and John Hall
15th May 2013
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9781780923802 (Paperback)
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Description
East meets West as one of the most talented British Sherlockian scholars,
John Hall and a Japanese member of the Baker Street Irregulars, Hirayama
Yuichi argue important Sherlockian questions. One offers the other three
questions, and the other answers them with all their Sherlockian knowledge.
They are serious Sherlockian battles between an English Knight and Japanese
samurai! This volume also includes Hirayama's Sherlockian papers published
in The Musgraves, The Baker Street Journal, The Canadian Holmes and
TheShoso-in Bulletin.
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The Story And Scripts Behind No Place Like Holmes
Ross K Foad
6th June 2013
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9781780924243(Paperback)
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Description
In 2009 Ross K.Foad founded No Place Like Holmes, A Sherlock Holmes
media entity group that has risen from obscurity to becoming the Number 1
Sherlock Holmes Fan Video Site. From its humble start as a low key web
drama comedy based upon the works of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle it evolved to
define Sherlock Holmes book video reviews. To cover "The Great Sherlock
Holmes Debates", to obtain interviews with key Holmesian figures and of
course become the virtual host to the legendary "Howard Ostrom Holmes and
Watson Autograph Collection". But at its core is still the ever growing web
drama comedy sensation "No Place Like Holmes" following the adventures of
Holmes and Watson transported by means of demonic ritual from 1895 to the
post millennium era where they face a continuous struggle to keep their past a
secret and battle against the villainous criminal organization The Red Headed
League. Within this volume you will discover select Episode and sketch
scripts in full, show trivia points,previous never before seen artwork and
photographs as well as learning more about the origins and history behind No
Place Like Holmes.
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A Professor Reflects on Sherlock Holmes
Marino Alvarez
27th February 2012
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Description
The uniqueness of this book is the essays and activities that include both
serious and farcical writings about Arthur Conan Doyle's, Sherlock Holmes.
A travelogue that compares Reichenbach Falls and Trummelbach Falls for
Professor Moriarty's demise; and notes from a visit to Trinity College at
Oxford to view Monsignor Knox's writings and entries in the Gryphon Club
Book provide the reader with engaging insights into Sherlock Holmes' world
of scholarship.
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This professor is the sort of teacher who makes learning a pleasure.
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A Sherlock Holmes Who’s Who
Molly Carr
26th March 2012
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Description
Ever since A. C. Black & Co. brought out their first Whos Who? of the great
and good in 1849 (followed in 1897 by Who Was Who after death intervened
and removed their entries to a separate volume) people have been fascinated
by the rich and famous. So there is, for example, a Whos Who in cricket, a
Whos Who in Agatha Christie. And even a Whos Who in a famous cemetery.
So if you have ever wanted to know where Watson bought his boots, or where
(and when) Inspectors Lestrade, Bradstreet, Athelney Jones, Hopkins and
MacDonald appear in the stories then this is the book for you. How many
times is Moriarty mentioned, and what was his henchman, Colonel Moran, up
to in an empty house? Who on earth was Acton and, more to the point, who
could possibly have been called (by the Great Detective himself) a rival to
Sherlock Holmes?
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A very useful book - entertaining too!
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A Few Lessons From Sherlock Holmes
Peter Bevelin
16th September 2013
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Description
A Few Lessons from Sherlock Holmes is a book for those who want to
improve their thinking. It is a practical and enjoyable book that tells in a
short-easy-to-read way about what we all can learn from Sherlock Holmes.
Peter Bevelin has distilled Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes into bitesized principles and key quotes. This book will appeal to both Sherlock fans
as well as those who want to think better. It contains useful and timeless
methods and questions applicable to a variety of important issues in life and
business. We could all benefit from A few lessons from Sherlock Holmes.
Review
“So much wisdom is packed into this small book it would be impossible to
distil it into a brief review. But everyone’s favorite maxims are there, such as,
“Eliminate all other factors and whatever remains must be the truth,” (from
The Sign of Four) and “Like all other arts, the science of deduction and
analysis is one which can only be acquired by long and patient study, nor is
life long enough to allow any mortal to attain the highest possible perfection
in it” (from A Study in Scarlet). In conclusion, I would recommend this book
to anyone – Holmes enthusiast or not – who might benefit from a primer on
systematized common sense.”Margaret Whitmer
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The Real Sherlock Holmes
Joe Riggs
28th June 2012
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Description
What if you could spot deception instantly and see through people like
Sherlock Holmes? After having been raised by professional psychic readers,
Joe Riggs left all that behind to become the internationally acclaimed
Mentalist, Psychological Performer and Consultant that he is today. In this
brief yet extremely powerful book, Joe Riggs will not only teach you the
hidden methods employed by psychic readers everywhere; he will also teach
you some of the most powerful techniques in the art of Mentalism. Joe Riggs
has been repeatedly hailed by the press as "The Man Who Knows Too Much"
as well as "The Real Sherlock Holmes." His uncanny ability to gather a literal
wealth of information from a person in seconds is legendary. Get ready to see
everyone and everything in a way you never thought possible.
Review
Mr Riggs's exposure of methods used by con artists is valuable, and I suspect
that if we could follow his own methods for training ourselves to observe, to
reason and to remember we'd achieve some of the qualities that we admire so
much in the great detective.
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Baker Street Beat
Dan Andriacco
20th June 2011
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Description
A diverse collection of Sherlock Holmes related writings including several
essays, short stories and two radio plays. Andriacco's obsession with matters
Sherlockian is obvious, and there is much here for Sherlock Holmes fans to
enjoy.
Review
It gives you the same sort of feeling as when you're chatting over a drink with
a knowledgeable fellow-Holmesian. After explaining how he came to be an
enthusiast - his principal allegiance is to the Tankerville Club of Cincinnati Mr Andriacco tells of his pilgrimage to Reichenbach. He considers the
influence of Sherlock Holmes on the methods of John Thorndyke, and lays out
sensible rules for the composition of a Holmes story. The reader can then
judge how well he follows his rules in "The Peculiar Persecution of John
Vincent Harden". Another neat story and two radio scripts complete this very
pleasant book.
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Sherlock Holmes: Tales From The Stranger’s Room
David Ruffle
9th April 2012
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9781780921372 (Paperback)
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[Royalties to The Beacon Society]
Description
There is melancholy here; there are laughs, tears and numerous flights of
fancy. Did I mention weirdness? The overall content of the forum is varied in
the extreme, covering every aspect of Holmes and Watson's lives and careers
and along the way we have set ourselves various challenges such as writing
pieces on a Holmesian theme for Christmas and Easter. Many of the pieces in
this collection sprang from such challenges and there were many more that
could have been included, but had to be omitted for reasons of space etc.
(Volume Two anyone?).
Review
This is a collection of Sherlockian items that were originally published on the
Internet...it is a series of more than forty small peeks at Holmes, Watson and
the standard Doyle dramatis personae that are not afforded by the Canon.
Philip K. Jones
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Sherlock Holmes: Tales From The Stranger’s Room #2
David Ruffle
2nd August 2012
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Book 2
[Royalties to The Beacon Society]
Description
Volume 2 includes more Sherlock Holmes and Watson tales collected by
David Ruffle from writers around the world.
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The Many Watsons
Kieran McMullen
24th September 2012
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9781780923031 (Paperback)
[Royalties to TheUndershaw Preservation Trust]
Description
There is always a healthy interest in the actors who have played the role of the
world's most famous detective, Sherlock Holmes. But Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
also created the world's best known sidekick, Dr. John H. Watson. The men
and women who played the role of stalwart ally is quite an eclectic gathering.
Here is compiled a listing and discussion of some of the best known people
who have played the part of Watson from the earliest days of silent film to the
action heroes of the 21st century. All royalties from this book go towards the
Undershaw Preservation Trust. Please visit
www.facebook.com/saveundershaw and –‘like’ to show your support.
Review
A light, lively collection of essays.
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In Search of Dr Watson Fully Revised and Updated 2nd
Edition
Molly Carr
28th September 2011
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9781780920313 (Paperback)
Description
In her third book author Molly Carr has, for the moment, abandoned the
Watson-Fanshaw Detective Agency in favour of discovering as much as
possible about Doctor Watson. Radically different in style from her first two
books, the investigation will nevertheless be of interest to students of military
history, railways both Indian and British and of course all fans of Sherlock
Holmes. Holmes is a household name. But where would he be without his
Biographer? Beavering away in Baker Street, unknown to everyone except
Scotland Yard and a few luckless criminals. It is time to put the loyal and
much put upon man, Dr. John H. Watson M.D., centre stage.
Review
This is an interesting and well-written summary of the data available about
John H. Watson. It covers a lot of territory and does so in a readable and
interesting fashion.
Philip K. Jones
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Eliminate the Impossible
AlistairDuncan
1st February 2008
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Description
The book begins with a brief examination of the effect that the stories have
had on modern crime literature. It goes on to examine the origins of the
character of Holmes himself from his appearance to his drug use and
supposed dislike of women. We then move onto a mini-biography of some of
the significant characters in the series. Each of the original stories by Conan
Doyle is examined in an effort to explain some of the more esoteric aspects
and an examination is made of the attempts to form a proper chronology for
the stories - as Doyle did not write the stories in strict chronological order.
The second half of the book focuses on Holmes's career on the screen. There
is a brief examination of some of the more notable actors to have portrayed
Holmes and the films in which they appeared. Finally we look at the possible
requirements for a definitive screen portrayal of the canon.
Review
Alistair Duncan knows his Holmes, and he brings a fresh eye to this 240 page
survey of the Canon and its film and TV off-shoots. Eliminate the Impossible
is well written and entertaining.
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Sherlock Holmes: Have Yourself a Chaotic Little Christmas
Gwendolyn Frame
5th December 2012
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9781780923383 (Paperback)
Description
It's that time of year again on Baker Street. That time when trees are trimmed,
snow is falling, and... Mycroft is helping Watson to play out an old carol?
Well, take one obsessive Sherlockian and give her a flood of ideas from
wildly-imaginative fellow fans... and you get one wacky advent calendar of
Sherlockian short stories. A picnic in a graveyard, a snowball fight, a violinist
on the roof, a vampire or two, Jack the Ripper, Professor Moriarty, and the
Baker Street Irregulars all combine to make this one unforgettable Christmas
collection.
Review
Miss Frame gives us insights into Holmes that mark her out as an
exceptionally gifted writer and a woman who truly understands these Doylean
characters. Not a traditional Holmes read by any means, but different in a
very rewarding and often moving way. Top marks to Miss Frame for so
wonderfully challenging our conception of Holmes.
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Sherlock In The Spring Time
Molly Carr
10th December 2012
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Description
The 'thoughts' in this book are the fruit of nearly ten years spent studying the
canon and the life of Sir Arthur (Ignatius) Conan Doyle, writing two pastiches
(The Sign of Fear and A Study in Crimson), a Biography of Doctor Watson
and A Sherlock Holmes Who's Who. In it readers will find much to entertain,
along with enough out of the way information to interest even the most
knowledgeable Sherlockian. For those new to the iconic pair I have tried, as
far as possible, to present material which will make them want to read more
about the man and his doings and perhaps become fervent Sherlockians
themselves.
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Sherlock Holmes On The Air
Matthew J Elliott
2nd January 2012
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9781780921037 (Paperback)
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Eleven scripts from the famous US radio series The Further Adventures of
Sherlock Holmes. Within these pages you'll discover how Holmes solved the
mystery of the Amateur Mendicant Society, defended Professor Moriartys
younger brother against a charge of murder, and investigated the yuletide
puzzle of the French duellist who somehow survived a bullet to the heart. This
collection is ideal for the Conan Doyle enthusiast, the budding scriptwriter or
any actors/performers who've ever dreamed of taking a part in an original
Sherlock Holmes adventure.
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Fascinating - and ingenious
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The Official Papers Into The Matter Known As –The Hound
of the Baskervilles (DCC/1435/89 refers)
KieronFreeburn
13th September 2010
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9781907685163 (Paperback)
Description
A dusty folio of official documents caught the eye of an experienced retired
detective at an obscure auction room in Exeter. A detailed examination of the
contents has proved them to be the original case files that detail the complete
police investigation into - the Matter of the Hound of the Baskervilles. For the
very first time the public are able to read the witness statements, medical files
and original police reports that chronicle the case from the death of Sir
Charles Baskerville and the death of the hound at the hand of Mr Sherlock
Holmes.
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The author Mr Freeburn has mined the original Baskervilles story and other
tomes on the subject and used the information and his experience as a former
CID officer to produce a series of authentic looking papers.In summary, this
is a good book that largely achieves what it sets out to do
Alistair Duncan
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Watson Is Not An Idiot:
An Opinionated Tour of the Sherlock Holmes Canon
Eddy Webb
30th October 2013
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9781780924960 (Paperback)
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Over the past few years, Sherlock Holmes has exploded in popularity. The
character has made a huge impact on the 21st century, with multiple
interpretations gaining a growing audience of new Sherlockians. But many
fans of Sherlock and Elementary know very little about the original stories
themselves. Watson is Not an Idiot is an opinionated exploration of Sir Arthur
Conan Doyle's original canon, written to illustrate interesting features and
historical elements of the stories from the perspective of a lifelong fan of the
material. It's not academic, but a companion - the passionate, excited, and
sometimes ranty friend who sits alongside you and points out interesting bits
while you read. Watson is Not an Idiot is perfect for the first-time reader of
the stories and fans curious about starting a more critical reading of the
material.
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The Sherlock Holmes Quiz Book
Andrew Murray
2nd December 2013
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Description
In which street is the Diogenes Club? A Study in Pink is a problem deserving
how many nicotine patches? Who is found dead in a locked chamber, with a
poison dart above his ear? Which company employed a full-time secretary to
answer Sherlock-related mail? What kind of creature swallowed the Blue
Carbuncle? And in which TV episode can we find a cross-dressing Jude Law?
From Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s immortal stories to Sherlock and Elementary,
through a century of Sherlock on the silver screen and on television, The
Sherlock Holmes Quiz Book is packed with 1000 questions to test the wits of
every armchair detective. Whether your favourite Holmes is Rathbone or
Brett, Cumberbatch or Miller, whether you search with magnifying glass or
mobile phone, here are clues, codes and conundrums to challenge the sharpest
of sleuths. A must for every true Sherlock fan.
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The Holmes Sutra
Jay Ganguly
6th January 2014
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Description
Sherlock Holmes, the best-known detective (sorry, consulting detective) on
earth, celebrates his one hundred and sixtieth birthday on 6 January 2014. As
a tribute to his genius, and to mark the occasion, The Holmes Sutra is
presented (by a crazed fan) as: (a) a compilation of one hundred and sixty
mantras (aphorisms/slogans/sayings - call them what you will) - some
original, some canonical, some based on various print/media adaptations aimed to make Sherlock Holmes (and his fans) smile, and (b) a test of the
readers' Holmes Mania Quotient (HMQ)- based on the resulting HMQ score,
the particular condition/stage of Holmes Mania would be determined, with
possibilities of a cure. Happy birthday, Sherlock - this is your birthday gift;
hope you like it.
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The Lighter Side of Sherlock Holmes: The Sherlockian
Artwork of Norman Schatell
Glenn Schatell (compiler)
20th May 2013
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9781780924052 (Paperback) 9781780924045 (Hardcover)
Kindle, Kobo, Nook.
Description
Norman Schatell was the leading Sherlock Holmes artist of the 1970s. 'The
Lighter Side of Sherlock Holmes' is a collection of over 300 humorous
cartoons and illustrations based on the characters that appear in Sir Arthur
Conan Doyle's' famous stories. Many of the cartoons and drawings originally
appeared in 'The Baker Street Journal', the British 'Sherlock Holmes Journal',
'The Armchair Detective', 'The Baker Street Miscellanea', and 'The Serpentine
Muse'. Murder Ink, a former New York City mystery book shop, used fifteen
of the cartoons to illustrate a line of stationery. The book is a must for all
Sherlock Holmes buffs - and a treat for anyone who enjoys the stories,
movies, and television shows.
Review
Some cartoonists have looked beyond the Sherlockian clichés, and combined
artistic skill and a mad sense of humour with a deep knowledge of the canon.
One of the best was the amazingly prolific Norman Schatell (1925-1980),
whose work enlivened The Baker Street Journal, Baker Street
Miscellanea and other publications.
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The Punishment of Sherlock Holmes
Philip K Jones and Bob Burr
23rd November 2011
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9781780920443 (Paperback)
Kindle, iPad, Nook.
Description
A collection of hundreds of Sherlock Holmes puns amassed over decades and
stolen from a host of sources. The wordplay may be familiar, but the settings
and characters are all original to the sources cited. The puns that have made it
into the book are all Sherlockian narratives. Each is a tale describing events
featuring Holmes characters, not simply a comment or an observation. We
warn traditional Holmes fans up front, you will be annoyed and offended. If
you are not, then the authors simply have not found your particular hangup yet. Pick a number, they will get to you in a later edition.
Review
Intelligent and funny - Good value.
Ross K. Foad
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Is That My Holmes?
Andrew Murray and Deakin Brook
2nd December 2013
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Description
Who’s your favourite Sherlock Holmes? Benedict Cumberbatch or Rob
Downey Jr.? Jonny Lee Miller or Jeremy Brett? It’s so hard to choose, so
spare a thought for poor Dr Watson – faced with so many Sherlocks old and
new, what will he do?
Who’s so the wrong height?
Who’s too black and white?
Who’s too pale of face?
Who’s in the wrong place?
Who’s the right Sherlock in Doc Watson’s view?
And is Watson’s Sherlock the Sherlock for you?
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Is That My Watson?
Andrew Murray and Deakin Brook
2nd December 2013
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9781780925264 (Paperback)
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Description
Who’s your favourite Dr Watson? Martin Freeman or Jude Law? Lucy Liu
or Edward Hardwicke? It’s so hard to choose, so spare a thought for poor
Sherlock Holmes – faced with so many Watsons old and new, what will he
do?
Who’s too techno-garish?
Who’s too teddy-bearish?
Who’s maybe too pretty?
Who’s in the wrong city?
Who’s the right Watson in Holmes’s own view?
And is Sherlock’s Watson the Watson for you?
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Sherlock Holmes and The Adventure of The Jacobite Rose
Fiona-Jane Brown
21st May 2012
104
9781780921679 (Paperback)
Description
Mycroft has a missing agent; the stepdaughter of Lord Wexford Foyle wants a
pearl brooch authenticated. Sherlock Holmes has little interest in either until
he learns the gem is the Jacobite Rose, a royal treasure. Reading Debretts
Peerage, Holmes discovers Lord Foyle has a brother who is known as a
craftsman in gold. Three strange clues the drawing of a rose, fish scales and a
fragment of pine resin discovered at the last known locus of the missing man
begin to link the two cases. This two act play, with ten main characters, is laid
out in a large format ideal for theatre groups and classrooms.
Review
Well-researched, well thought out and well plotted. A delight to read and one
would think a joy to perform also.
A clever and entertaining drama.
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The Hound of The Baskervilles: A Sherlock Holmes Play
Simon Corble
12th September 2012
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9781780922768 (Paperback)
Description
Laughter, intrigue and suspense are evoked in equal measure by this fastpaced dramatisation of the classic Sherlock Holmes mystery. Originally
scripted for open-air performance in the promenade style, the action kicks off
with an amusing, rustic, Victorian melodrama; but thereafter it is the brooding
presence of Dartmoor which lies at its dark centre. Over the purple heather,
the granite tors and the sucking bog of Grimpen Mire, comes a parade of
colourful characters to confuse and disturb the courageous soul of Doctor
Watson, sent by Holmes to scout for some solid facts behind the highly
mysterious death of Sir Charles Baskerville. Fresh-faced from Canada, the
new baronet, Sir Henry Baskerville, - You can cut the Sir ! - is having none of
the old world superstition surrounding the ancient curse on his family; yet it
slowly becomes apparent, even to his no-nonsense mind, that a very real
threat is lurking on Baskerville Moor. And, what is more, it leaves footprints...
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Clever, witty, exciting - and refreshingly intelligent.
Fresh and engaging.
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The Curse of Sherlock Holmes
Dhanil Ali
20th February 2013
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9781780923772 (Paperback)
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Description
The acclaimed National Theatre actor Robert Stephens said to the star of
Granada TV's Sherlock Holmes; Jeremy Brett; "Do not undertake the role of
Sherlock Holmes. He will be your undoing". "You must drop it Mr. Holmes,
you really must. It will be your undoing" said Professor James Moriarty upon
his first encounter with Sherlock Holmes. Somewhere between the fact and
fiction Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's greatest creation stole the soul of Jeremy
Brett, the actor who would become the embodiment of the Baker Street sleuth.
The Curse of Sherlock Holmes follows Jeremy as he fights for his sanity....
His life. This is the full script of the play by Dhanil Ali.
Review
It’s an imaginative presentation of Jeremy Brett hospitalized and unable to
distinguish between fiction and reality.
Peter E. Blau
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Sherlock Holmes
Travel Guides
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The London of Sherlock Holmes
Thomas Bruce Wheeler
17th October 2011
400
9781780922096 (Paperback)
Description
All serious Sherlock Holmes enthusiasts want to visit London to see the
places mentioned in the Great Detective s adventures. The e-book version
allows enthusiasts to -visit- London from their home computers, or internet
connected TVs. This is achieved by hyperlinking the latitude & longitude
addresses in the book to the -Street View- feature in Google Maps. The map
coordinates are also GPS addresses for those who visit London with handheld GPS devices. The book groups the 400+ Sherlock Holmes sites by the
nearest underground or railway station. Entering GPS addresses after arriving
at the station will generate turn-by-turn directions from one Sherlock Holmes
site to another. Six walking tour maps are also included. These are not the
usual rambling tours, but walks in Holmes and Watsons footsteps. Finally, for
those with a statistical bent, the book lists 454 characters named in the book,
and statistically analyzes their titles and occupations.
Review
Ideally used in its e-book format where the map references are hyperlinked to
Google Maps and over 400 photographs. As a step-by-step guide to the
London of the Canon, it's unbeatable.
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Close To Holmes
Alistair Duncan
1st Feb 2009
224
9781904312505 (Paperback)
Description
The London of the late nineteenth century was home to both Arthur Conan
Doyle and his famous detective - Sherlock Holmes. This book looks at some
of the many locations in both central and outer London that have connections
to one or both of these famous names. In addition to examining the history
this book also looks at some of the theories that have been woven over the
years around Holmes and these locations.
Review
Mr. Duncan's location chapters are easy to follow and he communicates the
facts in an engaging and straightforward manner. It is as if an old friend is
visiting London for the day and s/he and the author are enjoying a relaxed
conversation whilst the latter points out, with great accuracy, important
canonical and Doylean locations and their context.The writing is very well
supported with over 140 black and white photographs (some colour in ebook
format), many showing how buildings looked over a hundred years ago and
their appearance today. This is a delightful book, as useful on your reference
shelves as in your pocket when on your field trip
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Arthur Conan Doyle, Sherlock Holmes and Devon
Paul R Spiring, Brian W Pugh, SadruBhanji
15th June 2010
288
9781904312864(Paperback)
Shortlisted for the 2011 Howlett Award
Description
The definitive tour guide for anyone looking to retrace the steps, physically or
virtually, of Arthur Conan Doyle during his time in Devon and see the places
that inspired the Sherlock Holmes stories. The book features a comprehensive
tour map with GPS co-ordinates for around thirty key sites. Arthur Conan
Doyle is best remembered for writing sixty tales that feature his legendary
detective, Sherlock Holmes.
Review
Unlike many tour guides which leave one wondering if you're on the right
trail, this guide provides not just detailed maps but a combination of period
and contemporary photographs of the sites so you know what you're looking
for. The authors have even provided latitude and longitude so you can plug
into your GPS and be sure to find the pub on time! All in all, a wonderful
book.
Kieran McMullen (Author)
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Sherlock Holmes
Children’s Books
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Sherlock Holmes and The Missing Snowman
David Ruffle (author), Rikey Austin (illustrator)
28th November 2012
32
9781780923161 (Paperback)
Description
A young girl's snowman has gone missing. Where can it have gone? There is
only one man who can help. Sherlock Holmes, the most famous detective in
the world.
Review
A heart-warming Christmas tale featuring Sherlock Holmes and a certain
'missing person'. Delightful.
Having captured the essence and quality of a Holmes story while also being
playing and fun this is a book that both adults and kids will most certainly
enjoy, and one I will happily read every Christmas season. Wonderful
Christmas Read.
Luke Kuhns
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Sherlock Holmes
Graphic Novels
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Sherlock Holmes and The Case of The Crystal Blue Bottle
Luke Kuhns
10th December 2012
32
9781780922966 (Paperback)
Description
A young woman named Deseray Underwood has been found dead, in her
London lodgings, by her finance Samuel Mortimer. The body itself shows no
signs of a struggle. Lestrade, baffled by the cause of death, summons the aid
of Sherlock Holmes and his great powers of deduction. Holmes stumbles upon
one single clue, a crystal blue bottle, which sends him and Watson on a wild
chase through the streets of London in pursuit of answers to this young
woman's sudden demise. A death that would make any benefactor very
wealthy.
Review
The story reads authentically, especially when Kuhns is writing in Holmes’s
voice... it works well. I enjoyed Blue Bottle’s story and its visual art.
Amy Thomas
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Sherlock Holmes and The Horror of Frankenstein
Luke Kuhns and Marcie Klinger
14th October 2013
32
9781780925042 (Paperback, Graphic Novel)
TBC
Description
London, 1888. Bodies are being removed from their graves and no one knows
who is behind it or why. When a man is found murdered at the scene of the
most recent grave robbery Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson are brought
in to shed much needed light upon this grim scene. Join the great detective
and his trusted colleague as they venture down the rabbit hole where what
they uncover can only be seen to be believed.
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Bertram Fletcher
Robinson and
Max Pemberton Books
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Aside Arthur Conan Doyle: Twenty Original Tales by
Bertram Fletcher Robinson
Paul RSpiring
14th February 2009
248
9781904312529 (Paperback)
Description
Aside Arthur Conan Doyle is a collection of twenty original short stories by
the twentieth Century Editor and Journalist, Bertram Fletcher Robinson
(1870-1907). He is perhaps best remembered for assisting Arthur Conan
Doyle with the story, The Hound of the Baskervilles (1901). Thereafter,
Fletcher Robinson wrote fifty-four stories before his tragically early death.
Throughout this period, Conan Doyle and Fletcher Robinson remained close
friends and each man appears to have influenced the other man's work. This
book was written as a tribute to the special friendship between Fletcher
Robinson and Conan Doyle; a friendship that enriched British literary history.
Review
This is a comprehensive collection of Robinson's writing and shows that he
was capable of impressive work and could have gone on to even greater
things had his life not been cut short. The quality of the reproduced articles is
excellent and the slightly larger than usual size of the book is perfect for
showing these articles as they were meant to be seen.
Alistair Duncan
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Bertram Fletcher Robinson: A Footnote to "The Hound of the
Baskervilles"
Brian WPugh and Paul RSpiring
17th October 2008
252
9781904312406 (Paperback)
Description
The first biography about Bertram Fletcher Robinson, who acted as 'assistant
plot producer' to Arthur Conan Doyle over the Sherlock Holmes story The
Hound of the Baskervilles (1901/02).
Review
Bertram Fletcher Robinson was for many years only a name on the first pages
of The Hound of the Baskervilles. Now this man has been made flesh by Brian
Pugh and Paul Spiring. This book should severely dent, if not destroy, the
arguments of those people who suggest that more sinister reasons lay behind
Robinson's reduced contribution to this famous novel. It also illustrates that
this man is definitely worthy of being recognised as more than a mere
footnote.
Alistair Duncan
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The World of "Vanity Fair" by Bertram Fletcher Robinson
Paul RSpiring
3rd April 2009
316
9781904312536 (Paperback)
Description
Bertram Fletcher Robinson edited Vanity Fair between 1904 and 1907.
During his editorship, he began advertising widely and also swapped
publishing house from Arthur Evans to Harmsworth. These actions coupled
with the recruitment of writers such as PG Wodehouse saw an increase in the
readership of Vanity Fair. Between December 1905 and February 1907,
Robinson also had a series of fifteen articles entitled Chronicles in Cartoon
published in The Windsor Magazine. Within these articles, Robinson reviews
the most prominent caricatures and accompanying Jehu Juniors to appear in
Vanity Fair between 1868 and 1907. Collectively, these articles provide a
fascinating insight into every aspect of late Victorian-life and they will
interest both collectors of the famous caricatures and historians. During
January 1907, Bertram Fletcher Robinson died aged just 36 years. His
untimely death occurred just two months after he relinquished the editorship
of Vanity Fair and just one month before the conclusion of his serialization,
Chronicles in Cartoon. It is very likely that had he lived, he would have
sought to have the fifteen items that were published in The Windsor Magazine
compiled and republished in book form. Moreover, it is probable that he
would have considered this work to be his magnum opus given that he was a
graduate of History from Cambridge University. This book affords Robinson
that posthumous opportunity.
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Bobbles and Plum: Four Satirical Playlets by Bertram
Fletcher Robinson and PG Wodehouse
Paul RSpiring
16th July 2009
142
9781904312581 (Paperback)
Description
"The 'Lost' PG Wodehouse Playlets."Between 1904 and 1907, two young
journalists called Bertram Fletcher Robinson ('Bobbles') and PG Wodehouse
('Plum') co-authored four satirical playlets together - each is a lampooning
review of the previous year's news. This book provides the reader with a
fascinating glimpse into the evolving mind of two of the finest young
humorists of their generation.
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Wheels of Anarchy by Max Pemberton
Paul RSpiring and HughCooke
13th December 2010
390
9781907685316 (Paperback)
Description
In January 1904, three men were elected to a small and secretive Londonbased criminological society referred to by its members as "Our Society."
Members of this society would meet at each other's homes to discuss real-life
crimes and ideas for stories. The three men were close friends and each, in his
own way, became a successful crime writer. The first was Max Pemberton, a
popular late Victorian and Edwardian novelist, who had several bestsellers,
such as 'The Iron Pirate' to his name; the second was Bertram Fletcher
Robinson, a man of many talents, who sadly died young, and before the full
extent of these talents could be realised; and the third, Arthur Conan Doyle.
These three friends formed a creative partnership that remains practically
unique within the annals of popular fiction. Robinson's collaboration with
Doyle over 'The Hound of the Baskervilles', belongs to literary folk lore, but
Robinson's dealings with Pemberton were likewise fruitful. During January
1907, Robinson contracted typhoid and became terminally ill. Shortly before
he died, Robinson drafted some notes for an adventure story and asked
Pemberton to write it for him. The result was 'Wheels of Anarchy', not only a
rip-roaring adventure story, that makes James Bond look like a stay at home,
but also a testament to the friendship between Pemberton, Robinson and
Doyle. It should engage Sherlock Holmes fans and aficionados of the
adventure and mystery genres alike.
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Translations
This section will be too big to list very soon, but here are some of the titles
that have been translated.
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Audio Books
A big thank you to the teams at AudioGo and Blackstone who are producing
wonderful audio versions of our books. Here are some of them.
www.audiogo.co.uk
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Acknowledgements
There are way too many people to mention, but needless to say a big thank
you to all our MX Holmes authors for their enthusiasm, effort and faith. A big
thanks to Lynn and John from Save Undershaw, Jules and Emma and the team
from Sherlockology, The Baker Street Babes and I Hear of Sherlock, all the
societies around the world – especially Roger Johnson from the Sherlock
Holmes Society of London.
A special mention to the legendary Ross K Foad for his brilliant video
reviews and all his help with the Great Sherlock Holmes Debates (see his site
www.nplh.co.uk).
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