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Sherlock Holmes - The Monster of the Mere

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In Sherlock Holmes - The Monster of the Mere by Philip Purser-Hallard, detective Sherlock Holmes is drawn into an eerie case involving a mythical creature allegedly haunting the serene waters of the Lake District. As Holmes delves deeper into the investigation, he navigates a web of local legends and hidden agendas, testing both his deductive skills and courage. This gripping tale blends classic detective work with a touch of the supernatural, set against the stunning backdrop of rural England.
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This immersive crime and thriller novel might capture your interest if you enjoy classic detective tales with a contemporary twist, featuring the legendary sleuth's clever deductions and atmospheric settings. Fans of mysterious plots that intertwine traditional detective work with quirky, imaginative elements will likely find it captivating.

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When Watson's holiday in the Lake District takes a sinister twist, he and Holmes must uncover the truth hidden by superstitious locals, folklore and rumours of prehistorical monsters far away from the familiar streets of London...

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A serene walking holiday in the Lake District becomes a far more sinister excursion for Dr Watson when disappearances and murders start occurring in the small town of Wermeholt.

Local legends, rumours of large slithering reptiles, and spooked palaeontologists have the denizens paranoid and terrified. It is up to Watson and his inbound companion Sherlock Holmes to uncover the truth and discover what is really lurking in the lake...

Sherlock Holmes - The Monster of the Mere by Philip Purser-Hallard offers a thrilling journey into mystery and suspense.

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Sherlock Holmes - The Monster of the Mere by Philip Purser-Hallard is praised for its authenticity in capturing Conan Doyle’s style and vivid characterisation while delivering an engaging plot reminiscent of a classic horror film. Reviewers appreciate the author's skill in crafting a clever locked-room mystery that honours the original tales. Fans of Sherlock Holmes and expert detective stories are likely to find great satisfaction in this thoughtfully constructed narrative.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781789099263

Publisher: Titan Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 May 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Titan Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 320

About the Author

Philip Purser-Hallard is the author of the trilogy of urban fantasy thrillers beginning with The Pendragon Protocol, and the editor of a series of anthologies about the City of the Saved. As well as writing various other books and short stories, Phil edits The Black Archive, a series of monographs about individual Doctor Who stories published by Obverse Books.

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