Author Archives: Mac McEntire

Re-reading the original Sherlock Holmes stories. The Naval Treaty is a fan favorite. Also it’s the longest of the short stories, so have a coffee first. Facts of the case: Watson is contacted by a childhood friend, who has recently … Continue reading →

Re-reading the original Sherlock Holmes stories. Turns out Holmes has a brother in The Greek Interpreter. Facts of the case: Holmes is contacted by his brother Mycroft, who spends his days at the Diogenes Club, a social club for the … Continue reading →

Re-reading the original Sherlock Holmes stories. You want thievery, conspiracy, and murder? The Resident Patient has all three. Facts of the case: Holmes and Watson are contacted by a doctor, who recently took on a wealthy patient. The patient began … Continue reading →

Re-reading the original Sherlock Holmes stories. The Crooked Man offers up another traditional whodunit, one with several classic Holmes-isms. Facts of the case: Holmes shows up at Watson’s house late one night asking to stay in Watson’s guest room. Holmes … Continue reading →

Reading the original Sherlock Holmes stories. We’re going back to classic whodunit land with The Reigate Squire. Facts of the case: While Holmes is recovering from illness, he and Watson visit one of Watson’s old army buddies. This friend recently … Continue reading →