The Serpent Under

Book Six

Holmes and Watson face treachery and danger in the latest full-length thriller by Bonnie MacBird, author of the bestselling Sherlock Holmes novel Art in the Blood.

Murder, jealousy, and deceit underscore three interlocking mysteries as Holmes and Watson take on a high profile case at Windsor Castle, a boy drowned in the Serpentine, and a crusading women’s rights activist who suspects a traitor in her organisation. The cases send them into danger into locales as varied as the palace itself, a dockland cannery, an arts and crafts atelier, and a gypsy encampment. But is there peril underfoot as well—right at 221B Baker Street?

The twisting, breathlessly plotted conjoined mysteries that Bonnie MacBird is known for provide a thrill ride that will delight Sherlockians worldwide.

Praise for THE SERPENT UNDER

Amazon Editor’s Pick: Best Mystery, Thriller & Suspense!
THE Sunday Times (LONDON), Recommended Historical Fiction

“There has been no shortage of Sherlock Holmes pastiches over the decades but some of the finest new adventures featuring Conan Doyle’s great detective recently have been those written by Bonnie MacBird. This one begins as all good Holmes stories should in the ‘cosy confines’ of 221B Baker Street… Combining a convincing imitation of Watson’s narrative style with a labyrinthine plot for Holmes to navigate MacBird’s sixth excursion into Victorian London is a treat for all Sherlockians.”
—THE Sunday Times (LONDON)

“Like the snake symbolism that runs throughout the book, the convoluted and carefully interconnected plot of The Serpent Under slithers and weaves along at a fast pace…. The author evokes the period setting of Late Victorian London with authenticity…. Fun, intriguing and always paying homage to its inspiration, Bonnie MacBird succeeds in delivering another enjoyable and full-length Sherlock Holmes novel.”
—Entertainment Focus

“Exciting and thrilling, while always faithful to Doyle’s intellectual spirit! MacBird’s Holmes adventures are the best I’ve read.”
—Antony Johnston, author of the award-winning Dog Sitter Detective series

“MacBird’s Sherlock Holmes novels are in a class of their own, with brilliant plotting and deductions, a dry wit, and a spot-on, sensitive rendering of the beloved characters. The Serpent Under delivers the goods.”
—Dennis Palumbo, Bestselling author of the Daniel Rinaldi mystery series

“If you crave to spend more time in the company of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson, grab this book! Bonnie MacBird continues to give us the real deal—mystery, thrills, suspense, and danger—and snakes!”
—Leslie S. Klinger, Editor, “New Annotated Sherlock Holmes”

GOODREADS QUOTES

“A captivating and engaging read from its dramatic start to equally dramatic finish.”

“I felt as though I was at the movies!”

“What truly impressed me was the balance of suspense and historical context, with well-researched references that enhance the narrative without feeling forced. The dialogue sparkles with wit, and the pacing is impeccable.”

“I love Sherlock Holmes, and I love a good Sherlock pastiche, so I was very happy to come across this book. This was my first Bonnie MacBird novel, and it won’t be the last.”

“This is a gripping and well-written full-length mystery for fans of Sherlock Holmes. The book is rich with detail and well-developed characters (I especially enjoyed Heffie). Without being graphically violent, the plot is so exciting, I did not want to put the book down!”

“The two main characters are true to the original, and the twists and turns of the plot rival those of Doyle. This is a thoroughly satisfying mystery.”

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