Sherlock is always a winner

Would you listen to The Sign of Four again? Why?

Patrick Tull is one of my favorite readers - I'd be happy to hear him read the phone book (as they say)!

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Sign of Four?

I love Sherlock Holmes stories, so really the whole thing was great, though I love it when he comes in to Baker St in disguise and Watson doesn't recognize him.

What about Patrick Tull’s performance did you like?

His voices were stellar, as is the energy of his reading - he dramatizes without it seeming forced or unnatural

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The Sign of Sherlock Holmes! And Cocaine!

This title was available for free as part of Audible/Amazon's WhisperSync promotion, and the decision to pick up or pass on a classic, free Sherlock Holmes tale was, well, elementary.

The story itself is one of the earlier Holmes books - it's the first to detail his "struggles" with cocaine, and introduces us to Mary Morstan. It's an exciting mystery filled with treasure and villainy that uses the East India Trading Company as a backdrop.

Holmes and Watson themselves are great, of course, and that's in no small part due to the narration of Patrick Tull (of Patrick O'Brien fame). gets a solid handle on the characters of Holmes and Watson, and his narration is very easy on the ears. There are, unfortunately, few minor recording errors that apparently went without noticed (flubbed and clipped lines, etc.), but in general, that didn't detract too much from what was a classic story matched with a very fine reading.

If you like, or are curious at all, about why Sherlock Holmes is now a household name, this is worth checking out. But don't be surprised if, like a drug, it leaves you longing for another fix of the master detective.

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Great for all ages

Not my favorite mystery but this our go to genre for long drives in the car. Everyone is engaged and gives us a topic to discuss later.

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Enjoyed my first audible book!!!

Would you consider the audio edition of The Sign of Four to be better than the print version?

Since it is my first. I would say yes, because I do get busy. It is easier to have my headphones in then trying to do things and hold my tablet.

What does Patrick Tull bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

I like how Patrick Tull gives a distinguished voice between the characters. There is only a few times that I got confused over Watson and Sherlock.I enjoyed listening to Patrick's english accent too. It adds the touch to the story as I would do when I read out loud or in my mind.

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My Dear Watson

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I really enjoy hearing the story while driving. The reader does a great job and look forward to hearing more Arthur Conan Doyle stories read by Patrick Tull.

What did you like best about this story?

It is a Sherlock Homes story, what is not to like.

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Very Enjoyable!

I enjoyed this book quite a bit. I was only casually familiar with Mr. Doyle's master sleuth through movies and pop culture references. That said, I had no idea what a great writer and storyteller Mr. Doyle was until I decided to get this book. Very entertaining and well narrated by Patrick Tull. I definitely recommend this book. While it's not the first in the series, it's still one of the earlier works and makes for a good introduction to the main characters, Sherlock and Mr. Watson.

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Holmes - always good

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Well performed classic mystery well delivered. It was good entertainment while driving.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Sherlock Holmes is always interesting with a blend of arrogance and compassion

What does Patrick Tull bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

The use of different voices for different characters is brought alive by the narrator.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

What happened in the past that now is affecting the present in the life of one young woman?

Any additional comments?

Good story, good presentation.

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Best Audio book for this Sherlock Holmes Title

What did you love best about The Sign of Four?

This is the Second Best full length Story in the Sherlock Holmes Short Stories Written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

What did you like best about this story?

In this story Dr. Watson meets his first wife. The story builds and moves and is well done.

What about Patrick Tull’s performance did you like?

Patrick Tull is one of the best narrator's in the Sherlock Holmes series,along with Alexander Spencer and Ed Simone.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Well well familiar already with the Sherlock Holmes stories, but thinking back I was glued to the story when I first read it.

Any additional comments?

I like these Sherlock Holmes Unabridged stories. There are many out there and many abridged or the story is changed from the original.

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The Best Yet!

The best I have ever heard in a very long time. I can never figure out who dun it.

Very well done

Good Narration and Story kept my interest. Some narrations not as interesting as this one Recommend