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Violence
Barely any
Mild; period crime and adventure including a murder
Language
None
No strong language
Sexual Content
None
No sexual content
Substance Use
Barely any
Mild; Holmes's cocaine use is referenced
Emotional Intensity
None
No psychological concerns; classic detective fiction
What this book is about
The second Sherlock Holmes novel follows Holmes and Watson as they investigate a case brought to them by Mary Morstan, whose father has disappeared and who has been receiving anonymous pearls for years. The case involves the Agra treasure, a revenge plot reaching back to India, and Watson's fateful meeting with his future wife. One of the most entertaining entries in the Holmes canon, showcasing Holmes's methods at full power.
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