In "The Speckled Band," young Helen Stoner seeks the help of the great detective Sherlock Holmes after the mysterious death of her twin sister. Helen is convinced that her wicked stepfather, Dr. Grimesby Roylott, is behind the tragedy. As Holmes and his friend Dr. Watson investigate, they uncover a terrifying secret that involves a deadly snake and a locked room. With time running out, Holmes must act swiftly to save Helen from the same fate that befell her sister, showcasing his brilliant deduction skills and courage in the face of danger. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book features in the following series: Classics For Kids, Classics For Kids Sherlock Holmes .

There are 98 pages in this book. This book was published in 2017 by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform .

Mark Williams lives in a rural town on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. After leaving school, Mark gained a business studies diploma and also qualified as a funeral director. He served as a prison officer for thirteen years and took up writing in 2008 having written short stories for various magazines and papers. 'Hooty and Pig' began in 2009 when Mark saw his daughter's cuddly owl and pig sitting together in her bedroom. Growing up in a farming community and his love of the countryside has served as inspiration for their many adventures. Mark is married to Caroline and has a son and daughter and one step-son.