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A deadly Secret
The brutal murder of the reclusive Lord Backwater propels Holmes and Watson into another intriguing case that points to the shadowy figure known only as "The Man from the Gates of Hell". A tangled web of deceit, violence and tragedy unravels as Holmes' deductions bring him...
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In 1886, wealthy philathropist Lord Backwater is found beaten to death on the grounds of his estate. Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson must unravel the mystery by pitting their wits against a ruthless new enemy, taking them across the globe in search of the killer. By turns both thrilling and... read more (warning: may contain spoilers)
Characters/People edit
- Mr Sherlock Holmes: Add a description of this character.
- Dr Watson
- Patrick Connors
- Arnold
- Inspector Scott
- Williams
- Caddage
- Donahue
- Tommy
- Jim
- Catherine
- Dawson
- Lady Patricia
- Thorpe
- Mr Predge
- Hunter
- Van Diemen
- Rupert Varley
- Peter Collins
- Mrs Winthrop
- Sarah Jane
- Squire Varley
- Puer
- James Loveridge
First Sentence edit
In looking over the many records I have prepared of the cases of my friend Mr Sherlock Holmes, I find that I have not given his followers an account of the Backwater murders.
Table of Contents edit
Foreword
Chapters One - Twenty Four
Author's Notes
Series & Lists edit
This book is in Further Adventures of Sherlock Holmes. (standard series)
Authors & Contributors edit
- Barrie Roberts (Author)
First Edition edit
Original Language: English
Publisher: Titan Books
Country: Great Britian
Publication Date: 2010
ISBN: 9781848565081
Page Count: 180
Publisher: Titan Books
Country: Great Britian
Publication Date: 2010
ISBN: 9781848565081
Page Count: 180
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- Dewey: 823
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