A Study in Scarlet - The Iconic Origin of Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson

Arthur Conan Doyle, Zenith Maple Leaf Press

Maison d'édition: Zenith Maple Leaf Press

Synopsis

The first meeting. The first case. The birth of a legend.
When war veteran Dr. John Watson returns to London and takes up residence with a strange but brilliant consulting detective named Sherlock Holmes, he expects little more than an unusual roommate. But when Scotland Yard is baffled by a brutal murder in an abandoned house—with no visible wound and the word "RACHE" scrawled on the wall—Watson is plunged into the world of Holmes's razor-sharp deductions and unparalleled intellect.

A Study in Scarlet is the first Sherlock Holmes novel, introducing the world to one of the most iconic detective duos in literary history. With its gripping murder mystery, dual timeline narrative, and shocking twists, this groundbreaking novel changed detective fiction forever.

"Where it all began—the origin of Sherlock Holmes, in all his eccentric, brilliant glory."
– The New York Times

"Still as clever and compelling as the day it was written."
– The Guardian

Whether you're a first-time reader or revisiting the beginning of Holmes's storied career, this is the case that started it all.

✅ Why Readers Love It:
🕵️ The first appearance of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson

🔍 A masterclass in deduction, logic, and classic crime fiction

📚 Essential reading for fans of mystery, suspense, and Victorian literature

🎯 Click 'Buy Now' to step into 221B Baker Street—and witness the unforgettable beginning of a global phenomenon.

Disponible depuis: 07/08/2025.

Longueur d'impression: 141 pages.

D'autres livres qui pourraient vous intéresser

Most Grave Ritual A - A New...

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Craig...

A MOST GRAVE RITUAL. In 1649, King Charles I escaped from the palace in which he was being held prisoner and made a desperate run for Southampton, hoping to reach safety on the Continent. He never made it and was returned to face trial and execution. This much we know. But what did he do along the way south? Did he stop at a castle of one of his loyal royalists? Did he leave behind a vast fortune that he had taken from the Royal Treasury? No one knows for sure.

Or do they? The Musgrave family now owns the old castle and the great manor house beside it. The patriarch of the family dies in the graveyard and the locals believe that the headless ghost of the king did him in. The police accuse his son of murdering him so he could claim the fortune. Sherlock Holmes is hired to exonerate the lad. You would never guess what happens next.

The original Sherlock Holmes story that inspired this one, The Musgrave Ritual, is appended to the paperback edition of this book.

Voir livre

The Adventure of the Norwood...

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

"The Adventure of the Norwood Builder", one of the 56 short Sherlock Holmes stories written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, is the second tale from The Return of Sherlock Holmes. The story was first published in The Strand Magazine in 1903 with original illustrations by Sidney Paget.
Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson are visited by "the unhappy John Hector McFarlane", a young lawyer from Blackheath who has been accused of murdering one of his clients, a builder called Jonas Oldacre. McFarlane explains to Holmes that Oldacre had come to his office only a day earlier and asked him to draw up his will in legal language. McFarlane saw, to his surprise, that Oldacre was making him the sole beneficiary and even heir to a considerable bequest, and McFarlane cannot imagine why Oldacre would do so. That business took McFarlane to Oldacre's house in Lower Norwood, where some documents had to be examined for legal purposes. They had been kept in the safe, where the murder allegedly took place. McFarlane left quite late and stayed at a local inn. He claims to have read about the murder in the newspaper the next morning on the train. The paper said quite clearly that the police were looking for him.

Voir livre

Target Fourteen (The Spy...

Jack Mars

“Thriller writing at its best... A gripping story that's hard to put down.”
--Midwest Book Review, Diane Donovan (re Any Means Necessary)
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

From #1 bestselling and USA Today bestselling author Jack Mars, author of the critically acclaimed Luke Stone and Agent Zero series (with over 5,000 five-star reviews), comes an explosive new action-packed espionage series that takes readers on a wild ride across Europe, America, and the world—perfect for fans of Dan Brown, Daniel Silva and Jack Carr.

When an ancient virus surfaces, promising a fate worse than death, CIA Agent Jacob Snow teams up once again with brilliant archaeologist Jana to hunt down the cure for a modern-day Medusa's curse. Racing against the clock through crypts and cityscapes, they face an eco-terrorist group poised to turn myth into a terrifying reality.

An unputdownable action thriller with heart-pounding suspense and unforeseen twists, TARGET FOURTEEN is the fourteenth novel in an exhilarating new series by a #1 bestselling author that will make you fall in love with a brand-new action hero—and keep you turning pages late into the night.

Future books in the series will soon be available.

“One of the best thrillers I have read this year. The plot is intelligent and will keep you hooked from the beginning. The author did a superb job creating a set of characters who are fully developed and very much enjoyable. I can hardly wait for the sequel.”
--Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Any Means Necessary)
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Voir livre

Wands Waffles and Whispers

Tonya Kappes

Every small town hides a secret. This one has a few dozen . . . and a magical cat who knows them all. 
 
After leaving her enchanted hometown behind, Lo Heal-Park thought she'd finally found a quiet life in Celestial Falls—complete with a charming bakery, a suspiciously talkative cat, and a second date with the local vet. But when a beloved town elder is found dead under mysterious circumstances and strange magical pulses begin rippling through the streets, Lo's hopes for a fresh start vanish like sugar on a hot skillet. 
 
Now, with her unexpected spiritual gifts waking up and a magical crack in the town's foundation threatening to burst wide open, Lo has to sift through secrets, seal old spells, and figure out who—or what—is stirring ancient magic from its slumber. All without burning the biscuits. 
 
Warm, witty, and just a little wicked, Wands, Waffles, and Whispers is the delicious first course in a new cozy mystery series perfect for fans of spellbinding small towns, cinnamon-sweet suspense, and heroines who stir up more than just batter. 
 
Because in Celestial Falls, even the magic has a sweet tooth . . . and it's hungry.

Voir livre

The Girl Next Door

Lorhainne Eckhart

Three years after an unforgettable weekend with a mysterious woman, Luke is shocked to find that Misty is his new neighbor — and she’s running from danger. Can Luke’s special forces background help him protect her? 
Prepare to be captivated by "The Girl Next Door," a haunting romantic thriller where romance and suspense intertwine. 
When Luke O’Connell, a special forces operator, unexpectedly reunites with Misty Bates, a woman he never thought he'd see again, he quickly discovers she's hiding a dangerous secret. As he delves deeper into her past, he realizes the lengths someone is willing to go to keep the truth concealed. 
Luke's life takes an unexpected turn when his family introduces him to the nice girl next door, only to realize that she is none other than the mysterious fling from years ago. As he gets closer to Misty, he unravels the reality that she's running from something perilous. Protecting her becomes his priority, but the danger she's entangled in could jeopardize any chance of love they might have. 
In this heart-pounding tale of suspense, romance, and secrets, Luke's special forces background becomes crucial as he races against time to safeguard Misty and uncover the truth. Dive into the thrilling world of "The Girl Next Door" and experience an unforgettable rollercoaster of emotions.

Voir livre

All He Destroys (A Vivian Fox...

Ella Swift

This recording has been digitally produced by Ella Swift, using a synthesized version of an audiobook narrator’s voice under license. When a series of new murders emerges from within the ancient walls of stately UK homes, Vivian Fox—a master thief-turned-Interpol’s secret weapon—is tasked with exposing the truth behind a lethal legend. But will this put Vivian directly in the killer’s crosshairs?

ALL HE DESTROYS (A Vivian Fox Suspense Thriller—Book 5) is the fifth novel in a new series by mystery and suspense author Ella Swift. The series begins with ALL HE TAKES (Book 1).

The Vivian Fox series will keep you on the edge of your seat with a gripping cat-and-mouse narrative brimming with chilling surprises and featuring a captivating yet haunted female protagonist. With constant suspense, action, and surprise twists, this series is sure to have you reading well past bedtime. Fans of Melinda Leigh, Kendra Elliot, and Lisa Regan are sure to fall in love. 

Future books in the series are also available!

Voir livre