A blood-red word on a wall. A body with no wounds. A detective unlike any the world has ever seen.
When a baffling murder shakes London, Dr. John Watson is drawn into the orbit of a mysterious consulting detective—Sherlock Holmes. Together they follow a trail of cryptic clues, strange symbols, and hidden motives that lead far beyond the quiet streets of the city. What begins as a violent puzzle unfolds into a gripping story of revenge, justice, and fate.

Praised as "the groundbreaking debut that introduced the greatest detective in literature," this novel showcases Holmes's unmatched brilliance and Watson's steady voice in a partnership readers have adored for over a century.

If you love sharp mysteries, unforgettable characters, and classic detective fiction, this first adventure will leave you eager for more.

Begin the case now—and witness the moment a legend is born.