In the company of Sherlock Holmes

Stories Inspired by the Holmes Canon

Pages: 384
Published: 2014
Language: English

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes stories, recently voted the top mystery series of all time, have captivated generations. Now, Laurie R. King and Leslie S. Klinger have gathered contemporary authors to craft new tales inspired by the original canon. Discover Holmes in unexpected settings and meet characters whose lives have been touched by his legendary adventures.

Prose complexity: 4/10

Intellectual Adventurous

Mentor Figure

Crime Historical Fiction Mystery Historical Mystery Short Stories

Authors

Laurie R. King

Laurie R. King is the New York Times bestselling author of 30 novels and other works, including the Mary Russell-Sherlock Holmes stories (The Beekeeper’s Apprentice was chosen as one of the “20th Century’s Best Crime Novels” by the IMBA.) She has won the Agatha, Anthony, Creasey, Edgar, Lambda, Macavity, Wolfe, and Romantic Times Career Achievement awards, has an honorary doctorate in theology, and is a Baker Street Irregular. In 2022, she was named Grand Master by Mystery Writers of Ame...

Leslie S. Klinger

Leslie S. Klinger is the author of A Study in Sherlock, a deep dive into the world of Arthur Conan Doyle's famous detective. He's a leading voice for Sherlock Holmes enthusiasts and a respected authority on mystery fiction.

Michael Connelly

Michael Connelly is an American author of detective novels and other crime fiction, notably those featuring LAPD Detective Hieronymus "Harry" Bosch and criminal defense attorney Mickey Haller. His books, which have been translated into 39 languages, have garnered him many awards. Connelly was the President of the Mystery Writers of America from 2003 to 2004.

Sara Paretsky

Sara Paretsky is the author of The 50 Greatest Mysteries of All Time. She's a trusted voice for anyone who loves a good mystery.