The Adventure of the Speckled Band

In The Adventure of the Speckled Band, one of the most suspenseful stories in Arthur Conan Doyle’s Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes, Sherlock Holmes is presented with a chilling case by Helen Stoner, a young woman desperate for his help. Helen’s sister, Julia, died under mysterious circumstances just before her wedding, and now Helen fears that she too will meet the same fate. Both women had lived in the crumbling family estate, Stoke Moran, with their sinister stepfather, Dr. Grimesby Roylott, a doctor with a dark reputation. Julia’s last words, mentioning a “speckled band,” are the only clue to her untimely demise.

Holmes and his trusted companion, Dr. Watson, travel to Stoke Moran to investigate. As they explore the eerie mansion, they uncover a series of disturbing secrets involving exotic animals, hidden traps, and a malevolent mind. The case leads Holmes into one of his most dangerous and puzzling encounters yet, where every detail must be carefully examined to prevent further tragedy.

Set in the atmospheric and mysterious world of Victorian England, The Adventure of the Speckled Band is a perfect blend of gothic intrigue and brilliant detective work. With Holmes’ sharp mind and unwavering determination, he unravels the dark truth behind Julia’s death, uncovering the shocking identity of the speckled band.

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Audiobook: 31 stycznia 2025