Moriarty the Patriot, Vol. 5

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Moriarty the Patriot, Vol. 5 by Ryosuke Takeuchi delves into the cunning and meticulous schemes of William James Moriarty as he masterminds plans to bring down the corrupt aristocracy of Victorian England. In this volume, Moriarty's strategic genius is put to the test as he faces new allies and adversaries, all while maintaining his enigmatic persona. The intricate interactions between characters serve to deepen the suspense and expand the story's thematic elements of justice and revolution.
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Moriarty the Patriot, Vol. 5

The untold story of Sherlock Holmes’ greatest rival, Moriarty!

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Moriarty the Patriot, Vol. 5 is the untold story of Sherlock Holmes’ greatest rival, Moriarty!

Before he was Sherlock’s rival, Moriarty fought against the unfair class caste system in London by ensuring corrupt nobility received their comeuppance. However, even the most well-intentioned plans can spin out of control—will Moriarty’s dream of a more just and equal world turn him into a hero or a monster?

William James Moriarty and Sherlock Holmes cross paths again on a train back to London, where a dead body is discovered in a locked passenger cabin. With John Watson named as the prime suspect, Sherlock challenges Moriarty to a contest to see who can solve the murder first. Will Sherlock be able to clear Watson’s name?

Back in London, a state secret known only to the royal family has been stolen, and MI6 is tasked with retrieving it before the entire empire is threatened with ruin! Meanwhile, Sherlock is visited by the king of Bohemia, who seeks his aid to cover up a recent scandal…

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Moriarty the Patriot, Vol. 5 continues to captivate readers with its thrilling narrative and intricate plotlines, offering more insight into Moriarty's cunning plans against the aristocracy. The artwork is praised for its detail, and fans appreciate the development of the characters, making it an engaging read for those who enjoy a blend of mystery and complex storytelling. Overall, it maintains the quality of previous volumes, satisfying both new readers and long-time fans of the series.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781974720842

Publisher: Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 November 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Hikaru Miyoshi
  • From an idea by Sir Arthur Doyle

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 191.0mm

Weight: 202g

Pages: 208

About the Author

Ryosuke Takeuchi was born November 20, 1980, in Hyogo, Japan, and is a manga artist and writer. He got his big break in 2011 with ST&RS, his first serialized Weekly Shonen Jump series. He later did the storyboards for All You Need Is Kill.

Hikaru Miyoshi is a manga artist whose previous work includes Inspector Akane Tsunemori, which was based on the popular anime Psycho-Pass.

Takeuchi and Miyoshi began collaborating on Moriarty the Patriot in 2016.

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