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Sherlock Holmes and The Twelve Thefts of Christmas

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Sherlock Holmes and The Twelve Thefts of Christmas by Tim Major is a thrilling mystery featuring the iconic detective Sherlock Holmes and his trusty companion Dr. Watson. Set against a festive Victorian London backdrop, the story unravels around a series of puzzling thefts connected to Christmas. Holmes must untangle these mysterious threads to uncover the masterful plan behind the crimes.
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You might enjoy this adventure if you're a fan of classic detective stories filled with intrigue and clever puzzles. Set against a festive backdrop, it offers a fresh twist on the beloved characters of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson. With its blend of mystery and period charm, this tale is perfect for anyone who loves crime and thriller novels with a touch of Victorian flair.

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Sherlock Holmes and The Twelve Thefts of Christmas

A thrilling chase as Sherlock Holmes is set a fiendish puzzle by Irene Adler over a snowy London Christmas, in this stunningly packaged mystery.

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Sherlock Holmes and The Twelve Thefts of Christmas begins with Holmes's discovery of a mysterious musical score, initiating a devious Christmas challenge set by Irene Adler. This challenge contains clues that are variations on the theme of ‘theft without theft’, such as a statue missing from a museum but found hidden in the room it was originally taken from.

In the snowy lead-up to Christmas in London, Holmes's preoccupation with the "Adler Variations" risks causing him to neglect the case of his new client, Norwegian Arctic explorer Fridtjof Nansen. Nansen has received a series of threats in the form of animal carcasses left on his doorstep. Could these be gifts from a strange spirit pursuing Nansen since the completion of his expedition to cross Greenland?

Might this case somehow be related to Irene Adler’s great game?

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Sherlock Holmes and The Twelve Thefts of Christmas is well-received for its authentic homage to the original detective stories, leaving fans of Sherlock Holmes satisfied with its clever construction. Critics describe Tim Major as an exceptional writer, able to weave intricate plots with compelling character development. This addition to the Holmes saga is seen as a delightful continuation for traditional fans, offering an intriguing mystery that aligns with the spirit of classic tales.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781803361918

Publisher: Titan Books Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 18 October 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Titan Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 567g

Pages: 288

About the Author

Tim Major is a writer and freelance editor from York, UK. His love of speculative fiction is the product of a childhood diet of classic Doctor Who episodes and an early encounter with Triffids. Tim’s most recent books include Hope Island and Snakeskins, short story collection And the House Lights Dim and a monograph about the 1915 silent crime film, Les Vampires, which was shortlisted for a British Fantasy Award. Tim’s short fiction has appeared in Interzone, Not One of Us, Shoreline of Infinity and numerous anthologies, including Best of British Science Fiction, Best of British Fantasy and The Best Horror of the Year. He tweets @onasteamer.

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