The Hound of the Baskervilles: With the Adventure of the Speckled Band

The Hound of the Baskervilles: With the Adventure of the Speckled Band

Edition: 1
Language: English
Format: Paperback
ISBN 10: 1551117223
ISBN 13: 9781551117225
Publication date: January 1st, 2006
Publisher: Broadview Press
Pages: 300

Genres: Mystery, Science Fiction, Thriller & Suspense, Children’s, Biography, Action & Adventure, Horror, Humor, Manga, Graphic Novels, Art & Photography

Set in the eerie moors of Devonshire, the tale of the Baskerville family unfolds against a backdrop of legend and lore. A mysterious death linked to an ancient curse leads Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson on a thrilling investigation into the heart of a legendary beast. As they delve deeper, they confront not just the haunting specter of a phantom hound but also the darker sides of human nature and greed that lurk beneath the surface of the Baskerville estate.

Alongside this gripping mystery is the equally captivating "The Adventure of the Speckled Band." Holmes's acute detective skills are tested once more as he faces a sinister plot surrounding a young woman in desperate need of help. The suspense builds as he races against time to uncover treachery and danger, ultimately revealing the unexpected twist of a malevolent scheme that threatens to claim another life.

Together, these two thrilling narratives highlight Conan Doyle's mastery of suspense and character development, weaving together elements of fear and cunning that reveal the complexities of the human spirit. The combination ensures readers are drawn into the world of Victorian England where danger lurks at every corner, making it a timeless classic of detective fiction.

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