Mrs Hudson and the Samarkand Conspiracy

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'A pacy confection of history, mystery and romance... a most engaging and unusual novel' - The Times 'Ambitious and intriguing... part thriller, part love story, part quest, this is a hugely readable book' - Spectator The Holmes & Hudson series offers a richly entertaining return to Baker Street, where familiar mysteries are viewed through different and sometimes altogether sharper eyes. London is quiet, too quiet, and Holmes and Watson chafe at their inactivity. Then comes alarming news from the Balkans: a train carrying a vital coded message entered a tunnel - and never reappeared. The vanishing train and missing message mean Holmes and Watson confront a growing national crisis, but the investigation soon demands the talents of those below stairs at Baker Street, and in steps Mrs Hudson and her trusted assistant Flotsam. The solution to a diplomatic disaster and the fate of nations rests in the hands of Sherlock Holmes's remarkable housekeeper. A fresh twist on Conan Doyle's timeless world, Holmes & Hudson uncovers the hidden stories behind Baker Street's famous door. A must-read for fans of Laurie R. King, Ann Granger and M. R. C. Kasasian. READERS LOVE THE HOLMES AND HUDSON SERIES: 'Possibly the most inventive and enjoyable twist on the Holmes genre that I've come across so far, as well as being very well written and featuring terrific characters, plots and dialogue. Top quality entertainent!' 'I thoroughly enjoy this quirky historical novel with its emphasis on the female members of the Holmes household.' 'An intricately plotted mystery that contains a wealth of historical detail, but by no means slows down the narrative.' 'I love the narrator. Really worth reading.' More Holmes and Hudson coming soon!