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A Study in Scarlet and The Sign of the Four are the first two novels featuring Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John Watson, written by Arthur Conan Doyle.
- A Study in Scarlet (1887) – This novel introduces Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson, establishing their legendary partnership. When a man is found murdered in an abandoned house with the word “RACHE” scrawled in blood on the wall, Holmes uses his remarkable deductive skills to uncover a tale of revenge stretching from London to the American West. This novel also introduces Scotland Yard detectives Lestrade and Gregson and lays the foundation for Holmes’s scientific approach to solving crimes.
- The Sign of the Four (1890) – This story delves into a complex mystery involving a missing father, a secret pact, and a hidden treasure. Holmes and Watson assist Mary Morstan, whose father vanished years ago. Each year, she has mysteriously received a valuable pearl. As the case unfolds, it leads them to a tale of betrayal, colonial India, and a dramatic boat chase along the Thames. This novel also marks the beginning of Watson’s romance with Mary Morstan.
Both books are essential reads for Holmes enthusiasts, blending adventure, deduction, and gripping storytelling. They establish Holmes as one of literature’s most brilliant detectives and showcase Conan Doyle’s ability to craft intricate mysteries.
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