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In modern-day London, 16-year-old James "Mori" Moriarty is looking for an escape from her spiraling home life when she takes classmate Sherlock Holmes up on his challenge to solve a murder mystery. The plot contains mild profanity and violence. Book #1
Quick Summary
In this fresh twist, the legendary villain Moriarty becomes a 16-year-old girl named Mori, navigating a difficult home life while teaming up with a know-it-all classmate to crack a murder case. Readers will love watching Mori discover she's smarter and braver than she ever believed, especially as she matches wits with the eccentric Sherlock and uncovers secrets hiding in modern-day London. If your kid likes the clever mysteries of "The Mysterious Benedict Society" or the feminist reinventions of "Enola Holmes," they'll be hooked on this detective duo. This book is perfect for teens in grades 9-12 who enjoy smart mysteries with complex characters and a touch of dark humor.