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  • The House of Silk

  • A Sherlock Holmes Novel
  • By: Anthony Horowitz
  • Narrated by: Derek Jacobi
  • Length: 10 hrs and 24 mins
  • 4.4 out of 5 stars (4,585 ratings)

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The House of Silk

By: Anthony Horowitz
Narrated by: Derek Jacobi
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Publisher's summary

Sherlock Holmes is the greatest detective in literary history. For the first time since the death of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, a new Holmes story has been sanctioned by his estate, whetting the appetites of fans everywhere. Information about the book will be revealed as deliberately as Holmes himself would unravel a knotty case, but best-selling novelist and Holmes expert Anthony Horowitz is sure to bring a compelling, atmospheric story to life. With access to the estate's archives and careful study of the original stories, Horowitz is sure to weave a tale that satisfies new fans as well as the most dedicated Baker Street Irregular.

©2011 Anthony Horowitz (P)2011 Hachette

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You will not be sorry---finally

If you could sum up The House of Silk in three words, what would they be?

To all Homes fans---This is as close to the "real deal" that we will get.

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Sherlock Holmes Continues

One of the best listens. In the tradition of Sir Arthur. Excellent on every way!

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excellent

This so captured the spirit of a Sherlock Holmes story and I highly recommend it. Although I guessed a few things within the story, many surprised me. The performance was superb!!

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***** Not often do I give five stars across the board ****£

Great story (although I figured out what was happening with part of the story halfway through). Excellent narration. All-in-all, a solid five stars.

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A real treat

I was a little skeptical about this new Sherlock Holmes mystery, but I loved it. The narration by Derek Jacoby was a treat.

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Outstandingly Holmesly!!

Written very much in Conan Doyle Style, excellent plot, writing and performance. Horowitz is a master of deduction.

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Thought I was listening to Doyle’s work

Author Anthony Horowitz tape that weaves a wonderful tale that mirrors Doyle’s work. Cannot wait to read the next adventure. No doubt it s

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Well done

A very good story, enhanced by a well done performance by Derek Jacobi. I hope there will be more.

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A Masterpiece of an Audiobook

I’m obsessed with the Jacobi recordings of Sherlock Holmes, and while this isn’t Doyle I do consider this story canon and essential Sherlock reading, although for a mature audience only.

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Really enjoyed it

Good writing, page turner, great performance. Makes me want to listen to more of Anthony Horowitz

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