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The Curse of Cleopatra's Needle: A Sherlock and Lucy Short Story

Sherlock Holmes and Lucy James Mystery #8.5 • Book 21

3.91 ABR Score (575 ratings)
★ 4.41 Goodreads (532) ★ 4.63 Audible (43)
3h 43m Released 2021 Mystery

Why Listen?

Simon Prebble and Mary Jane Wells' dual narration captures the sparring chemistry between Sherlock and Lucy perfectly, making this Victorian mystery feel intimate and urgent across three hours.

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About This Audiobook

Victorian London becomes a hotbed of international intrigue when threatening letters from Egyptian revolutionaries surface at newspaper offices, coinciding with the mysterious disappearance of a wealthy young woman. Sherlock Holmes and his partner Lucy James find themselves drawn into a web of political conspiracy and personal betrayal when the missing heiress turns up dead near the city's towering Egyptian obelisk. As suspicion shifts between foreign agitators and the victim's own husband, the Baker Street detective duo must navigate dangerous waters to uncover the truth behind what appears to be either an act of terrorism or a carefully orchestrated domestic crime.

Simon Prebble and Mary Jane Wells deliver a masterful dual narration that brings depth and authenticity to this atmospheric mystery. Prebble's authoritative voice captures Holmes's analytical precision, while Wells infuses Lucy with intelligence and determination, creating a dynamic partnership that drives the story forward. Their seamless transitions between characters enhance the tension as the investigation unfolds across London's fog-shrouded streets. The compact runtime allows for tight pacing that maintains suspense without unnecessary padding, making this an ideal audio experience for both longtime fans of the series and newcomers to Elliott and Veley's Victorian detective work.