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The Speckled Band

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The Speckled Band

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1892

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The Speckled Band

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1892
Book Details
Pages

45

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Setting

Surrey, England • 1880s

Publication Year

1892

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

12+ years

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"The Speckled Band" by Arthur Conan Doyle features a person named Helen Stoner who seeks Sherlock Holmes's help. She fears for her life following her sister's mysterious death under similar circumstances. Holmes, along with Dr. Watson, investigates her stepfather's family estate to uncover hidden dangers and ensure Helen's safety.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Dark

Unnerving

Book Details
Pages

45

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Setting

Surrey, England • 1880s

Publication Year

1892

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

12+ years

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