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Michael Dibdin
The Last Sherlock Holmes Story
In 1888, Sherlock Holmes finds himself in a rut, longing for a case that truly challenges his intellect. His wish is granted when a series of gruesome murders rocks Whitechapel, leaving three women dead and their bodies horrifically mutilated. The killer, who signs his taunting letters as 'Jack the Ripper,' promises to strike again. This inventive retelling pits the legendary detective against the infamous serial killer, exploring a more complex and human side of Holmes as he confronts the depths of depravity.