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A Study in Scarlet

By: Arthur Conan Doyle
Narrated by: Derek Jacobi
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 Originally named A Tangled Skein, this is the first Sherlock Holmes story. The real strength and the unique quality of the novel lies in the introduction of Holmes and Watson to each other - and those dark early scenes when a corpse is discovered in a derelict house in southeast London. The ultimate crusader against crime and criminals, Holmes' genius is revealed here for the very first time.Public Domain (P)2014 Audible, Inc. Mystery Fiction Crime Sherlock Holmes Short Stories Classic Mystery

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Derek Jacobi brings such fresh life to the well-known and familiar story of when Holmes and Watson met. But Derek Jacobi really is the consummate performer and made for the job. I so enjoyed it I then went to the next book in the series The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes and I have to add it is equally as good. If you are looking for great comforting listening that carries gently along then I can recommend this.

The beginning.of Holmes and Watson !

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Really excellent version of this Conan Doyle Sherlock Holmes story and Derek Jacobi is great

Excellent

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This is a brilliant story that I had not heard before and with brilliant narration I would highly recommend.

Sherlock Mysteries

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You know Sherlock Holmes. You've seen adaptations on TV, you know his stories. But, listening/reading the books is just wonderful. By reading, you gain a deeper understanding of Holmes, of Watson, of Victorian England and Derek Jacobi is an amazing narrator. He is perfect for the job. Also, by reading some of the books you get the added bonus of the second part of the story which gives you the background to the current case. So even though you may be familiar with the stories, have a listen and instead of being preoccupied with 'who done it' (cos you probably know already), enjoy the journey and allow Holmes to lead you there in his own unique way.

Brilliant

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Having been bored by other audiobooks in the past, I was unsure how Sherlock Holmes would fare. I need not have worried, in the capable voice of Derek Jacobi you find a well modulated voice, with none of the sleep inducing drone of other narrators, and a subtle touch with character voices that doesn't descend into characature. If you want Sherlock on audio it has to be Jacobi.

A study in Sherlock

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