First published 2020
Sherlock Holmes faces a puzzling case when someone begins smashing Napoleon statues throughout London. Inspector Lestrade believes they are dealing with a madman, but Holmes suspects something more complex lies beneath these seemingly random acts of vandalism. With Dr. Watson at his side, the great detective must uncover why these particular busts are being targeted. What starts as a series of minor property crimes soon escalates into something far more serious. Holmes and Watson discover that the statue smasher has a specific purpose that goes beyond simple destruction. The case tests Holmes's deductive abilities as he searches for the connection between the destroyed busts. This adaptation brings the classic mystery to young readers while preserving the essential elements that make Holmes and Watson such compelling characters. The partnership between the brilliant detective and his loyal friend drives the investigation forward as they work to solve the mystery before more damage is done.
Genres: fiction, 20th-century, mystery, crime, detective, 19th-century
Vibes: suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: amateur-sleuth, partnership
Setting: London
Period: 19th-century
112 pages · Paperback · Sweet Cherry Publishing