Sherlock Holmes: The Sign of the Four

The Sign of the Four by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle is a classic Sherlock Holmes mystery featuring hidden treasure, secret messages, betrayal and a dangerous investigation. When Mary Morstan asks Holmes and Dr. Watson to investigate the mysterious disappearance of her father and a series of valuable pearls, they are drawn into a much larger mystery.

Holmes follows a trail of clues that leads through Victorian London and uncovers a story involving a long-lost treasure and a decades-old crime. The story combines clever deduction, suspense and adventure while showcasing the famous partnership between Holmes and Watson.

Recommended age: 7–12 years for an adapted young-reader edition

Genre: Classic Fiction, Mystery, Detective Fiction, Adventure

Why young readers will enjoy it:

• A gripping detective mystery with plenty of clues
• Treasure, secret messages and adventure
• Introduces the famous Holmes and Watson partnership
• Encourages readers to follow evidence and solve mysteries
• A fun introduction to classic detective fiction

Read-alikes: A Study in Scarlet, The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, Enola Holmes, The Diamond Brothers, and The Mysterious Benedict Society.

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