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Sherlock Holmes: A Detective's Life

Twelve new stories featuring the legendary detective

Andrew Lane author Peter Swanson author James Lovegrove author Cara Black author Martin Rosenstock author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Titan Books Ltd

Published:6th Sep '22

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This anthology features twelve intriguing short stories about Sherlock Holmes, crafted by various authors, capturing his remarkable career and adventures.

In Sherlock Holmes: A Detective's Life, readers are invited to delve into a captivating anthology featuring twelve short stories that trace the illustrious career of the legendary detective, Sherlock Holmes. Each tale is crafted by a diverse group of talented authors, including Peter Swanson, Cara Black, and James Lovegrove, who bring their unique perspectives and styles to the beloved character. The stories span the entirety of Holmes's life, from his early days solving mysteries in Baker Street to his quieter moments during retirement in the South Downs.

The collection presents an array of intriguing plots, showcasing Holmes's unmatched deductive skills as he encounters a variety of challenges. Among the stories, readers will find a woman haunted by the ghost of a rival actress, Moriarty's son seeking vengeance, and the mysterious disappearance of Oscar Wilde's manuscript. Each narrative not only explores the complexities of the cases but also provides insight into the relationships and adversaries that shaped Holmes's journey.

As the anthology unfolds, it captures the essence of what makes Sherlock Holmes an enduring figure in literature. With contributions from both established and emerging writers, Sherlock Holmes: A Detective's Life offers fresh interpretations of familiar themes, ensuring that fans of the detective genre will find much to enjoy in this collection. The stories are as varied as they are engaging, making this a must-read for anyone who appreciates the art of mystery storytelling.

Praise for Peter Swanson: "Chilling and hypnotically suspenseful ... could be an instant classic." Lee Child Praise for James Lovegrove: "The pastiche is pitch-perfect; Lovegrove tells a thrilling tale and vividly renders the atmosphere of Victorian London." The Guardian Praise for Cara Black: "Black excels at setting vivid scenes, creating lively characters and maintaining pulse-elevating suspense" Wall Street Journal Praise for Philip Purser-Hallard: "One of the cleverest locked room mysteries ever tackled by Sherlock Holmes... This ranks among the top novel-length Sherlock Holmes pastiches." Publishers Weekly Starred Review Praise for Eric Brown: "Reads like a country-house whodunit from the golden age, packed with fascinating characters, each boasting a motive for murder" Kirkus Reviews Praise for David Marcum: "Marcum could be today's greatest Sherlockian writer, and Conan Doyle himself would be proud of this story." Lee Child Praise for Cavan Scott: "The original plot line is refreshing, and the portrayals of the leads are generally faithful to the Sherlock Holmes canon." Publishers Weekly Praise for The Sign of Seven "Testament to the diversity that novella collections can bring.... A must for Holmes fans." Paperbacks and Pinot "If you're a Sherlock Holmes fan, you can't go too wrong with this collection" The Dreamcage "The Sign of Seven is a great way to spend a few hours for any mystery fan; enjoy losing yourself in not one but seven Sherlock Holmes mysteries!" Snazzy Books

ISBN: 9781789098747

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384 pages