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Death cloud

By Andrew Lane

Fourteen-year-old Sherlock investigates mysterious deaths—and discovers Hampshire is far from ordinary.

thrilling · suspenseful · atmospheric · intriguing

Genres

Mystery Adventure Historical Fiction

What is Death cloud about?

In the summer of 1868, fourteen-year-old Sherlock Holmes is sent to Hampshire to stay with his unusual uncle and aunt while his father is away in India. When two local people die in mysterious circumstances, Sherlock refuses to accept the official explanation. With help from his new tutor, Amyus Crowe, and his friend Matty, he begins investigating a deadly secret involving murder, kidnapping and corruption. As danger closes in, Sherlock takes his first steps towards becoming the world’s greatest detective.

About the author

Andrew Lane is a British author best known for his exciting 'Young Sherlock Holmes' series, where readers can join a young Sherlock as he solves clever mysteries. Andrew enjoys creating adventures for his characters and inspiring children to use their imagination. He loves reading, writing, and exploring new ideas in his stories.

Pages

311 pages

Reading age

Teen/Young Adult (12-18)

This edition

2010

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