A Study in Scarlet

De: Arthur Conan Doyle

Narrado por: Derek Jacobi

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.

A Classic

This book is a great introduction to Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson. The case is interesting and involves suspense and intrigue. This book has many twists and turns that are unexpected, which is great for a detective book. Overall a great listen, the narrator does a great job as well. I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in detective novels or the classics.

Jacobi is masterful in his narration

The story is timeless. Even though it is written over 100 years ago, the theories and observations are relative today

very good start to the series

great book to start me on my way to Sherlock fandom. fantastically read.
I highly recommend

The Study in Scarlet

A well done performance of a most interesting work of literature. Jacobi does a great job of bringing the characters to life.

amazing story and well narrated

absolutely fantastic story and Mr J does an incredible job reading it. Do yourself a favor and listen

The start to a long and legendary duo

The first of the Sherlock Holmes stories and easily one of the best. You see how the iconic duo of Holmes and Watson met. The two characters mix together like milk and cookies. You have the laid back manner of Doctor Watson and the witty energy of Sherlock Holmes. The mystery itself is incredibly intriguing as you hear Watson’s account of Holmes solving the puzzle. The book does split to a different perspective starting at Part 2. This is when the pacing comes to a screeching halt. It does pick up as you begin to connect the dots but the first half of part 2 did bore me a little. Everything still wrapped up in a satisfying conclusion to make the foundation for an iconic series.

performance

The confusing placement of the Utah backstory. I felt like someone had made a mistake and went to a different publication to verify that the Utah section hadn't come formally some other story.

Great Introduction to Sherlock Holmes

I love so many things about this. My two problems are, it got confusing with the voices, part 2 was not that interesting. Overall, Great

My First Holmes

I have only just started my journey with our friend Holmes. Thus far I am very happy with my decision to dive in. 😊

Conan Doyle was brilliant

Great book, I had never heard this story in more than 30 hours of listening to his work. It wasn’t merely free…it was priceless. Enjoy!