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Mary Russell's War

Mary Russell's War

CrimeHistorical Fiction
Pages
416
Published
2016
Language
English

Synopsis

This collection brings together ten stories that explore the early years and hidden moments of Mary Russell's partnership with Sherlock Holmes. From Russell's first meeting with the retired detective to her experiences during the Great War, these tales fill in the gaps of their long history. It is an essential companion for readers who want to see how a young woman became the equal of the world's most famous investigator.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

IntellectualAtmosphericReflective
Mentor FigureFound FamilyComing of Age

Genres

Crime Historical Fiction Mystery

About the author

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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...

Characters

Mary RussellProtagonist
Sherlock HolmesProtagonist
All characters in Mary Russell's War