1925. Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes arrive home to find a stone. The stone is inscribed with the same name that they last saw in the Tokyo garden of the future emperor of Japan. It is the first indication that the investigation they did for him a year ago might not be as complete as they had thought. In Japan there were spies; in Oxford there are dreams. In both places, there is a small, dark-haired woman, and danger . . .

About the Author
Laurie R. King has won many awards The New York Times Bestseller for her work including the prestigious John Creasey Dagger, the Edgar, the Nero and Macavity Awards. In 2022 she was named Grand Master by Mystery Writers of America. King is the author of highly praised stand-alone suspense novels and a contemporary mystery series, as well as the Mary Russell & Sherlock Holmes series. She lives in Northern California.

Reviews
'A story that keeps the reader enthralled... one of the most consistently outstanding mystery series out there. Any time spent with the Russell-Holmes duo is a delight' Booklist 'intricate mystery' Historical Novels Review


Awards
Short-listed for CrimeFest Kobo eDunnit Award 2016.



Book Information
ISBN 9780749018214
Author Laurie R. King
Format Paperback
Page Count 416
Imprint Allison & Busby
Publisher Allison & Busby