The Stone of Destiny: A Sherlock Holmes Adventure

The Stone of Destiny: A Sherlock Holmes Adventure is a novel by Richard T Ryan. This edition is presented in paperback format.

Key details

• Author: Richard T Ryan
• ISBN: 9781787050839
• Page count: 260

Synopsis

Set against the elaborate funeral of Queen Victoria, Irish separatists break into Westminster Abbey and steal the Coronation Stone, used to crown English monarchs since the 14th century. After Mycroft brings news of the theft, Sherlock Holmes is charged with recovering the many-named stone and returning it to England.

Holmes and Watson travel to Ireland in disguise, attempting to infiltrate the Irish Republican Brotherhood, whom they believe responsible. Along the way, the narrative draws in historical figures including a young Michael Collins, John Theodore Tussaud and George Bradley, as well as references to Victorian luminaries such as Joseph Lister and Frederick Treves. Written for readers who enjoy Conan Doyle-inspired detective adventures, it places Holmes under pressure as a king refuses to ascend the throne until order is restored.

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