Sherlock Holmes and the Nefarious Seafarers: a Sherlock Holmes Fantasy Thriller: Book #3 in the Confidential Files of Dr. John H. Watson

The third book in a new series featuring Sherlock Holmes and John Watson.In this continuation of a new twist to the Sherlock Holmes canon Holmes and Watson reluctantly search for a missing sailor...and stumble on a sinister plan to embarrass and de-throne Queen Victoria. The two friends must work together as never before in an adventure that takes them under the seas on a wild and harrowing chase to unravel a deadly mystery.It begins innocently enough when Holmes and Watson respond to a wifes plea to find her missing husband. The woman evokes Watsons sympathy but Holmes sees discrepancies that suggest shes lying.Why lie? And why such an elaborate ruse?Shes told them about ships gone missing supposedly after meeting a sea monster. Could that be what happened to her beloved spouse? Whilst investigating Holmes and Watson quickly realize theres mischief afoot. The highest levels of British government are behind the deaths of entire crews of sailors. But to what end? And how has this been kept this a secret so long?The Queen has been lost in grief after the death of her much loved friend John Brown. Now shes turned her attention to a new companion her beloved Munshi a simple man from India. There are those who would do anything to destroy this friendship and send that man away. But would they go so far as to murder innocent sailors whose only crime is serving the Crown? The answer is...maybe.Holmes and Watson must rely on their wits their bravery and their friendship to accomplish their goal-saving the British fleet and preserving the reputation of Queen Victoria.If you like historical thrillers with a hint of the supernatural youll love this series. Each book stays true to Sherlock Holmes and his faithful friend John Watson whilst featuring a cast of real people and issues pertinent to the times. This series is perfect for fans of Laurie R. King Preston Child and Joanna Penn.