Publisher's Synopsis
Roger Riccard, a respected and prolific author, with this latest publication now has more Sherlock Holmes adventures to his credit than Conan Doyle himself. Since his first novel in 2012, Roger has taken readers through the Twelve Days of Christmas, An Alphabet of Cases and The Seven Deadly Sins and now brings us the fourth volume of The Colourful Cases of Sherlock Holmes.
The Black Beast of The Hurlers Stones - Sir Henry Baskerville again calls on the great detective to solve the mystery of a huge, cat-like creature plaguing the archeological dig of the father of his would-be fiancée.
The Crisis of Count de Vermilion - A French count is being blackmailed into stealing a priceless work of art. He calls upon Sherlock Holmes for help, but all is not as it seems.
The Blue Mystery at Windsor - One of Queen Victoria's Ladies-in- Waiting has disappeared and the only clue is a mysterious blue stain.
The Pinkerton Connection - Joseph Wiggins has replaced John Clay as Jabez Wilson's apprentice at latter's pawn shop. His observational skills bring a new case to the attention of Holmes.
How Green Was My Valet? - An elderly valet to a wealthy family suddenly drops dead at a local art gallery. An examination of the body reveals a strange green tint to his skin. What has killed him? Are others also in danger?
Sit back and enjoy reading this latest installment of five new adventures, and don't forget to watch out for Roger's next series, The Zodiac Cases of Sherlock Holmes coming soon.
