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The Bird and The Buddha: A Before Watson Novel by A.S. Croyle
In The Bird and The Buddha, “It is 1878, and Dr. Poppy Stamford has reluctantly rekindled her relationship with Sherlock Holmes. Though it has been almost four years since they parted on uneasy terms and he continues to suppress his feelings for her, they are still intrigued and inspired—and frustrated—by each other. When her beloved uncle is arrested in relation to a series of murders near the British Museum, Poppy and the burgeoning detective set out to find the evidence to set him free. Can they track down the real killer in time to save Uncle Ormond from the rope?
In the latest adventure of Poppy Stamford and Sherlock Holmes, the two not only uncover secret societies, but find themselves soul searching to clarify their beliefs about an array of moral issues including euthanasia and the death penalty…as well as their feelings toward one another.”
–Amazon 9781780929361
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Debbie Clark –
Sherry Croyle has done it again! This is another great story of a young Sherlock Holmes involved in a case both personally and professionally challenging. The historical detail is outstanding; the characters are true to themselves and the Canon and mystery is well told.