A Study in Scarlet Women

Reviews

“The various characters introduced are quite interesting and the plot lines are great.”

“Thomas has turned the story of the beloved investigator on its head while keeping the details on point.”

“Thomas takes Holmes down false paths that also lead the reader astray as she attempts to solve the crimes…There’s one surprise after another as each layer is unwrapped. The use of Doyle’s characters adds flavor to the story.”

“Narrator Kate Reading is masterful in her portrayals in this clever historical mystery with a fabulous twist…Reading’s aristocratic British voices are spot-on, and her acting is outstanding. She depicts all types of characters—funny, touching, romantic, suspenseful, haughty, old, young, wealthy, or poor—with the same believability. This is an exceptionally fine audio experience, with a story that will grab listeners from the get-go…Winner of the AudioFile Earphones Award.”

“Thomas has come up with a completely new, brilliantly conceived take on the iconic detective…[with] a plot worthy of the master at his best.”

“A Study in Scarlet Women introduces Charlotte Holmes and a cast of other characters based on the classic stories by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle; as the series continues, these characters find themselves embroiled in ever more complicated situations that test both the genius and humanity of Lady Holmes.”

“Gender bending is just the first sign that unusual happenings are afoot in this origin story for a revamped Sherlock Holmes series by bestselling author Thomas.”

“Those looking for a very different Sherlockian lead will be rewarded.”

“Clever and absorbing…Thomas’ gorgeous prose and expert characterizations shine.”