The Return of Moriarty

by Jack Anderson

After Professor Moriarty survives Reichenbach Falls and Sherlock Holmes dies, Moriarty finds himself caught up in a locked-room mystery Holmes couldn’t solve.

This time, it’s up to Moriarty to crack the mystery, perfect for fans of Sherlock Holmes ingenious retellings like the ones by Anthony Horowitz and Laurie R. King.

Upon escaping from Reichenbach Falls, his empire in ruins, criminal mastermindJames Moriarty takes the identity of wealthy inventor Hugo Strahm and embarks on a dark pilgrimage to the cliffside manor of Schloss Aber in Bavaria. 

When medical student Clara Mendel returns to Scholss Alber, she finds her childhood home on the verge of ruin. A deadly feud over a priceless heirloom has thrown the Aber family into chaos while its walls play  host to an unusual cast of characters–the obstinate Lord Aber, his strange and beleaguered children, their cantankerous butler, and of course, their mysterious new guest ‘Hugo Strahm’. When one of them is poisoned at dinner, it’s the first act in a spiralling criminal conspiracy, in which any and all of them are suspects.

Working with the sharp and inquisitive Clara, the former crime lord attempts to solve the mystery, whilst trying to keep his true identity concealed. Yet, despite taking on the role of detective, Moriarty does not share Sherlock Holmes’ methods, nor his interest in justice. Only one thing is certain, for James Moriarty, dying at the hands of Sherlock Holmes would have been an elegant end… The question of what comes next is far more complicated. 

This cleverly plotted mystery is a faithful and inventive take on the Sherlock Holmes legacy, paying homage to Arthur Conan Doyle’s signature style while adding its own devious tricks to the story that is destined to become a must-read classic for Sherlock Holmes fans.

Genres: Mystery, Historical

352 pages, Paperback

Published October 7, 2025

Reviews

[Phrynne · Rating 4 out of 5]

To enjoy this book fully I think you would need to be a true Sherlock Holmes aficionado. As I can only claim to be a moderate fan I am sure I missed many of the hints and clues along the way and it was a long time before I was sure exactly who the MC was.

The action begins in a cabin near the Reichenbach Falls where a doctor is waiting to attend to a patient. This is when you start to wonder who this patient is and the author maintains this mystery for maybe two thirds of the book. The final section connects the dots and allows us to discover the reality.

This was a hard book to put down. The writing is excellent, the mystery tricky, and the fact that you already know some of the story makes it a compelling read.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review this book.

[Sarah-Hope · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm a sucker for Sherlock Holmes variations, and found the return of Moriarty a real delight. Really that's all you need to know if you're a Holmes afficionado like I am.

The action opens in an alpine cabin in the same general area as Reichenbach Falls, with an unnamed doctor who is there as a result of blackmail and who knows nothing about who his patient is and when that patient will arrive. This section is written in the doctor's voice. Subsequent chapters are written in a variety of voices. Some recur regularly others just pop in to a single chapter.

Anderson does a wonderful job of leaving readers uncertain without making them resentful. He throws in surprises that keep making the reader rethink their understanding of what is going on. He does this not by being vague, but by being quite precise while not naming names. This raises question like is X Holmes or Moriarty? is he neither? are Y and Z working together or with conflicting goals? The last 100 or so pages are rich in sudden reveals.

If you enjoy Holmes and if you enjoy mysteries that are absolutely not mundane, you're in for a treat with The Return of Moriarty. I received a free electronic review copy of this title from the publisher via Edelweiss; the opinions are my own.

[James 🦤 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you to Crooked Lane and NetGalley for this arc!

This isn't exactly what I expected it to be, but I really enjoyed it nonetheless. The story is told through various letters, newspapers, and mostly diary entries. I think it really added something to the novel and made everything all the more mysterious. Things started slowly, but toward the end they really pick up and I didn't want to put the book down.

The characters are interesting enough, but I was somewhat disappointed that Moriarty served as more of a major side character than anything else. We never actually see anything from his perspective and don't know him much better by the end of the novel than we did at the end of the Sherlock Holmes novels. I further feel like any nuance from him and from Holmes were stripped from them in this adaptation, but it wasn't unbearable.

I really loved the mystery. You're given the clues to put it together from very early on in the book, but it absolutely does not go in the direction you think it's going to which is a really cool combination.

[Gabriel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you, Netgalley, for providing me with an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review. The title definitely captured my attention, and as for the execution, I ended up rating it 3.5 stars because it was interesting, the Sherlock vibe is there, but I felt that the story was rushed. I wish that the story were a bit longer so I could have gotten to know the characters more. overall I would still recommend this to those who enjoy reading stories featuring Sherlock Holmes.

[Beau · Rating 3 out of 5]

*Thank you to Crooked Lane for a complimentary arc of this book. All opinions expressed are my own. *

Growing up on Sherlock Holmes, this grabbed my attention pretty quick. Holmes is dead, and Moriarty is suddenly the detective? I was sold pretty quick with that.

The story is written well, makes you think about the clues given on the page and kept your interest for the most part in regards to the mystery - however it didn’t feel like you quite got to know any of the characters as well as you’d like. While the story is a Holmesian reimagining and has similar tones for that story world, I didn’t feel like it gave the Moriarty I expected it too - more of a watered down version made to fit into the plot rather than the other way around.

If I focused less on the lead character, or the side characters not quite giving me what I wanted them to, and simply on the mystery, then I still had quite a lot of fun with the story even though I’m not quite sure yet how I feel about the ending.

[Carrie Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5* rounded up

I loved this version of Moriarty!

The story is set immediately after his ‘death’ at the Reichenbach Falls at the end of the original Sherlock Holmes short story ‘The Final Problem’ and we see what might have happened next if he’d survived…

Miss Clara Mendel was an excellent complement to Moriarty as they go toe-to-toe to investigate the book’s main mystery. As their reluctant relationship evolved and twisty secrets were revealed I was well and truly hooked.

I really liked the use of mixed media scattered within the story, like a late Victorian Janice Hallett mystery. I also adored the writing, possibly the closest and most enjoyable retelling/ reimagining to Conan Doyle’s originals that I’ve read.

[S.J Gathercole · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.25⭐

A little slow to start but like all good mysteries, had me guessing and hooked right until the end.

[Cathy · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you’re a fan of Sherlock Holmes, you need to read this book. It’s like all the pastiches we love but the twist is that supervillain James Moriarty is the detective.

Thanks to Holmes, Moriarty’s criminal empire has been destroyed so after surviving the plunge over the Reichenbach Falls Moriarty assumes the identity of a wealthy inventor named Hugo Strahm. Spoiler: Moriarty does not change his evil ways when stealing this man’s identify. That’s to remind us we’re still dealing with an essentially evil character.

Moriarty soon finds himself in the manor Schloss Alber in Bavaria. Here he meets Lord Alber (who is impressed with “Strahm’s” mathematical parlor tricks), his discontented children, his devoted butler, and his step-granddaughter Clara Mendel. When one of them is poisoned and a priceless heirloom is stolen, everyone is a suspect and it’s up to Moriarty to solve the case.

Acting as his Watson is Clara, soon to the third female doctor to graduate from the university in Copenhagen. Can Moriarty maintain his new identify under the keen observation of a trained medical student? And just what IS his motive? The plot is mostly told via Clara’s journal (a la Dracula) and she soon grows suspicious and starts investigating Strahm’s background. Will she discover his true identity? Out-think the criminal mastermind? Who will find this missing heirloom?

The plot is well-paced and the killer really is the last person you’ll suspect. What really drives the plot is watching Moriarty and trying to decide if he’s going to maintain a new, respectable identify or return to his life of crime. No matter how clever he is, you never forget that you are watching a seasoned murderer hiding behind the façade of an innocent man.

One interesting aspect of Moriarty’s character is the influence Sherlock Holmes has on him. Yes, has (present tense). Although Holmes died in the fall over the Reichenbach Falls his influence lingers on in surprising ways that make the reader wonder if there’s even a chance Moriarty will change his evil ways.

Since the title of the book is The Return of Moriarty: A Novel it appears it will be a one-off instead of the first book of a series. Knowing this might make you pay closer attention to the implications of what happens to the characters at the end.

Fans of Laurie R. King, Anthony Horowitz, and Nicholas Meyer’s Sherlock Holmes books will enjoy this look at Holmes’s Nemesis.

[Books By Your Bedside · Rating 3 out of 5]

2.5 stars

Thanks to NetGalley and Raven for the advanced copy of this title in return for an honest review.

I actually had this book pre-ordered, but due to a drop in income, I had to sadly cancel it, and so I was doubly happy to be sent an early copy to read.

It started off well with a map - I love a map in a book. But then it tailed off quite quickly.

I really struggled to get into this. I was confused from the off because it sort of flitted from one time to another, one character to another and I wasn't always sure what I was reading. A lot of what is happening is suggested, which is fine, I like a bit of mystery, but I also do like to know who and what I'm reading about.

I can't say I really didn't like it, because there were some good parts, but I expected to really like it, but I found I couldn't get to the crux of the story.

It's not written in the standard way, instead it's told through diary entries, interviews, letters, recordings etc. which can work, and I've read books where it definitely does work, but I felt it was a bit weak here, more style over substance.

I found it didn't have enough of Sherlock Holmes about it to be successful. I know he's not trying to copy Arthur Conan Doyle and I appreciate that, but if you're going to write a book inspired by him and the characters he created then there still needs to be that link, but apart from using the same names, I didn't feel it had enough of a link to the Holmes novels.

I just didn't think it was enjoyable to read. I like a mystery and I don't mind being in the dark when reading a mystery, but I was so in the dark I might as well have been reading something else. I just couldn't keep on top of it and found myself really confused throughout it. But even though I didn't really understand what was going on, I still wanted to see what happened at the end, which did perk it up a bit but I fear it was too late.

It's an interesting mystery; I think if you focus less about who it's meant to be, and more about the mystery itself, then it's fun, but as a Sherlock Holmes-esque book, it didn't live up to it for me.

[Emily Pankhurst · Rating 3 out of 5]

Rated 3.5/5

Thank you to Bloomsbury Creator Circle for sending me a physical copy of this book. I enjoy a Sherlock Holmes type story and this was no exception.

It was an interesting story full of action. I got quite engrossed in it, but it took a lot of concentration. Even now I still have a question over one part of the "solution" despite my going back over it.

The layout of the story was interesting. It was compiled of diary entries. It was clear whose entry you were reading from the title of the chapter and the name of the character being at the top of each page.

The chapters were split firstly into places and then into the diary entries with a date, specific place and the character's name. The entries were fairly long so you got a good chunk of the story before moving on. There were a lot of things going on that you needed to fully concentrate on. I enjoyed the fact that, as with the original, you were always a couple of steps behind the main characters. They were each playing the long game which kept my attention. It was very cleverly put together.

There was an interesting flow between the chapters. As it was different diary entries there were interruptions, but in a good way.

There was a good pace to the book. Once you started reading it was quite easy to carry on for long periods of time. You were constantly moving forward, but new details kept being added in, which slowed it down.

The characters were excellent. There were lots of layers to each one which made for an interesting read. You couldn't trust any of them. Secrets kept coming to light throughout the story which threw a spanner in the works each time you thought you had something.

There was some loyalty between the two main characters, but it was based on self preservation. Their relationship added tension and suspense to the story.

Lastly the settings. As it was a character based story there wasn't a lot of detail spent on the settings. What there was gave a good grounding to the story.

Overall an interesting read, full of twists and turns.

[Daphne Sharpe · Rating 4 out of 5]

The first few chapters saw me bewildered and confused in equal measures, I couldn’t decide which characters to trust.
When the action moved from the snowy setting of the Swiss Alps, to a German castle, the Schloss Alber, the story improved, in that there were more people with a story to tell, interesting backstories, betrayals, deceitful behaviour and red herrings that placed everyone under the suspicion of being a murderer, or thief. There was an intriguing family history of squabbles and distrust, blackmail and greed seemed commonplace.
The female family members were dominated by a strong and uncaring patriarchal head, they were almost invisible to him and their future happiness was decided by this man, so cruel, but sadly a fairly realistic event in the 19th Century.
The victim seemed to be viewed almost as a Saintly person, but there were some devastating secrets to be unearthed. Some Dark deeds complimented this story very well.
There were tricks played , but no deliberate lies told, a misleading of the readers is quite acceptable. Who was the good person, the killer and what was the motive? The truth is in plain sight, but the reader is successfully directed away from the obvious person, which did come as a complete surprise to me.
I found this to be a slow page turner at first, annoying and I had a hard time understanding just what the relevance of the early chapters added to the story. Once the story had its hold on me, I did enjoy the details of the characters, and the emotional aspects took me by surprise.
The ending was different, whether that means there will be other adventures was left unclear. A detective story to be puzzled over.
My thanks to Netgalley and the publishers Crooked Lane Books, for my advance copy, freely given in return for my honest review. I gave a 4 star rating, parts of the book could have been made clearer.
I will post a copy of this review to Goodreads and Amazon UK upon publication.

[Mary Polzella · Rating 4 out of 5]

After escaping from Reichenbach Falls, criminal mastermind James Moriarty takes the identity of wealthy inventor Hugo Strahm and embarks on a dark pilgrimage to the cliffside manor of Schloss Aber in Bavaria. When Clara Mendel returns to Scholss Alber, she finds her childhood home on the verge of ruin. A deadly feud over a lost heirloom has thrown the Aber family into chaos while they host a mysterious new guest ‘Hugo Strahm’. When one of them is poisoned at dinner, it’s the first act in a spiralling criminal conspiracy, in which all of them are suspects. Working with Clara, Moriarty/Strahm attempts to solve the mystery, whilst trying to keep his true identity concealed. Despite taking on the role of detective, Moriarty does not share Sherlock Holmes’ methods, nor his interest in justice.

MY THOUGHTS
This is a cleverly written, well-paced crime/mystery, written in the style of Arthur Conan Doyle. It's a must-read for lovers of Sherlock Holmes with it's clues interspersed along the way and it's cast of fabulous characters. Clara is a wonderful complement to the devious Moriarty, as they work together as a crime-solving do. The book does justice to the stories that came before it and I'm sure Conan Doyle would have enjoyed reading this one. A definite recommendation.

Thank you @netgalley and @crookedlanebooks for the opportunity to read and review this book. All opinions expressed are my own.

[Dirk Edwards · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you to NetGalley for the early copy to read and review.

I admit, I have a soft spot for all things Holmes and Moriarty. When I saw this novel, I knew I would be reading it.
I was compelled to finish the book, but didn't have the drive to devour it. As the ending came near, it definitely was getting much better, but having finished it, I am unsure how I feel about the ending. While it kept me guessing until the end, maybe I had a different resolution in my head on how it should have ended.

The story picks up soon after the events at Reichenbach Falls and starts with letters and journals sharing snippets of a story about a man feared, yet in need of help. We quickly come to realize that this is the Moriarty we all know.
Then the story shifts to its permanent setting and we are introduced to the main cast of characters. We are able to learn some of the backstory to these characters but still have many questions. None of them are particularly endearing, even the main character, Clara.
I don't know what to think about Moriarty. Here is this master villian, evil, conniving, who is presented in a different light. We see different motivations for him, but even his persona seems different.

The story is written well and similar to a Holmesian story. I think the more I think about this book, the more I enjoy it. I would say 3.5 out of 5 stars.

[Katie Whitt · Rating 4 out of 5]

I've been a huge Sherlock fan since reading Hound of the Baskervilles as a child, so when I saw this pop up on Netgalley I couldn't resist! Frankly, I'm glad I didn't because this book did a great job matching the tone and energy of the original series, but instead showing what happened immediately after the Reichenbach Falls, as Moriarty struggled to survive. He of course does survive and ends up at a manor house where the patriarch is almost murdered and a priceless family heirloom goes missing. He isn't the narrator however, which I thought was a strong choice, instead it's a young female dr and I actually really liked the interplay between the two. She saves him from dying, he begrudgingly respects her, then ends up finding out she has her own secrets to hide, including that she killed her stepdad for trying to run away with her, romantically. She stashed a corpse in his place and when the heirloom got stolen realized her ruse would be up. Moriarty has his own reasons for looking for it, namely that he wanted to prove Sherlock wrong, that he could use his powers for good, which kind of ends up being true. This had so many great twists and reveals, I truly felt like I was back in this world!

[Shiloh · Rating 4 out of 5]

While the beginning of the book was a little slow and convoluted, I am so glad I didn't put it down. Otherwise, I would have missed a gem. What a unique perspective on what became of Professor Moriarty after his encounter with Sherlock Holmes at Reichenbach Falls which resulted in Sherlock Holmes' death. Recovering from his wounds, Moriarty journeys to the Bavarian home of Lord Alber under the identity of Hugo Strahm for nefarious reasons. There he encounters Clara Mendel who has returned home from medical school at her step- grandfather's request to find the manor on the brink of ruin. What follows is a cat and mouse dance between "Strahm" and Clara as he tries to recover a stolen priceless heirloom and Clara seeks to discover his true identity. But, all is not as it seems as slowly the past history between Clara and the Alber family is revealed. The intricate layers are slowly revealed in ways that are not expected even until the very end. It was hard to put this book down once I got past it's slow start. I loved the flawed but relatable characters and found myself rooting for each of them as the story progressed. Thank you NetGalley, Jack Anderson and Crooked Lane Books for this ARC.

[N.N. Heaven · Rating 5 out of 5]

A long and fully thought-out work for fans of Sherlock Holmes stories. Here, we have the ultimate Holmes protagonist as the face of this work. Those familiar with the Holmes story know all about the Final Problem and the Empty House. Personally, I have seen the incomparable Jeremy Brett in both episodes more than a dozen times each.

The crux is that Moriarty didn't die at Reichenbach falls, but instead Holmes is dead. This work is both a mystery and a question of human morals. The depth of character development must be commended. The characters are full and rich and add lustre to this momentous tale.

Fans of Sherlock Holmes fiction will enjoy this alternative take on the classic story. The nice thing about this book is you have no idea who Professor Moriarty is. You will enjoy this book even if you have never read Conan Doyle. A strong addition to the Holmes lexicon and one for every fan of classic late 19th/early 20th century storylines. A fan of mystery books will not be displeased by this book.

My rating: 5 stars

Reviewed by: Mr. N

This review first appeared: https://substack.com/@nnlightsbookhea...

[Brenda · Rating 3 out of 5]

The Return of Moriarty by Jack Anderson is a fun and light read. As a staunch Doyle fan, I am always circumspect when encountering a new-to-me rendition of his characters. Anderson remains faithful, thankfully, while adding his own style. The perspective of Moriarty is a fabulous idea and I enjoyed getting to know him and his banter with the female main character, Clara Mendel, an unusually independent young woman of the time. She was a medical student who returned to her family home, Schloss Alber, in Bavaria, only to find it sorely neglected and ruinous. There is a family heirloom, family drama, numerical codes, and robbery. But that's not all. Death comes calling and Moriarty takes on a sleuth role with nods to Sherlock.

Though I enjoyed Moriarty, his character was a bit skin deep. But I did enjoy the jousting between him and Clara. I like that Clara was determined and smart. The mystery itself was intriguing but it didn't go deep enough for me. The ending was ultimately satisfying.

[Thxlbx · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thanks to netgalley for this earc. My thoughts are my own.

This is an interesting "What if" take on the Sherlock Holmes universe....one where Moriarty wins the conflict at Reichenbach falls and survives.

But Sherlock haunts him, and Moriarty finds himself on the run, and taking on one last challenge, delivered posthumously by Sherlock.

Moriarty winds up being a secondary character in his own book, as the story is mainly told from the pov of Clara... the black sheep of a noble family. Clara returns home to find her stepfather's grave has been robbed of a priceless sword...and she meets Moriarty, a guest of the current Lord. Mystery and murder soon follow, and Moriarty and Clara find themselves reluctant partners.

The mystery, murder, and robbery are a bit half baked, but the ending does tie things up nicely and saves the novel. A good read, and an interesting take.

3.75 STARS

[Annie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was surprised to learn, after I read Jack Anderson’s riveting new novel The Return of Moriarty, that the character made only a few appearances in the original stories. Conan Doyle was so slapdash about Professor Moriarty that there’s some confusion about the character’s first name; he might even share the name James with one of his brothers. We can be sure that Professor Moriarty was a mathematical and criminal genius and that he met his end at Reichenbach Falls. Except, in Anderson’s version, reports of the master manipulator’s death appear to be somewhat exaggerated...

Read the rest of my review at A Bookish Type. I received a free copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley, for review consideration.

[Dalyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Return of Moriarty is a brilliant reimagining of the Sherlock Holmes universe dark, intelligent, and deliciously intricate. Jack Anderson breathes fresh life into one of literature’s most enigmatic villains, turning Moriarty from shadowy antagonist into a complex antihero caught between intellect, identity, and intrigue.

The atmosphere of Schloss Aber is pure Gothic delight, filled with secrets, suspicion, and razor-sharp dialogue. The partnership between Moriarty and Clara Mendel is particularly fascinating an alliance as uneasy as it is captivating. Anderson’s prose honors Conan Doyle’s style while crafting a story entirely his own, one that keeps readers guessing until the final revelation.

A deftly written mystery that feels both classic and daringly original.

[Desi Kennedy · Rating 3 out of 5]

I chose nostalgic as one of my descriptive words, which may or may not be a true word for this story. But I have loved the Sherlock Holmes stories for many years. I can't really decide how I feel about this book. I wonder if I should let it sit a bit.

1. For most of the book, Moriarty was evil, then we might get a glimpse of something good. But it was so fleeting, I felt it was a trick of the word.

2. Neither main character was all that appealing. For the most part none of the characters were.

3. The plot was somewhat weird, but the way the end twisted made it intriguing.

4. The story sort of made Holmes a saint. He was not.
Would I recommend it? Yes.

[Melisende · Rating 2 out of 5]

I was not a fan of this rendition of Moriarty, which was most likely one of the main reasons that this story just did not resonate - I would hardly describe it as a homage to Conan Doyle's own style nor being faithful to the Holmes legacy. One for the Holmes corpus ... I think not.

Read full review here @ Melisende's Library

[Michelle · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book is told through a series of diary entries/letters and it took me several chapters to become invested in the storyline. Overall, the plot was engaging with its twists and turns. However, the formatting on my Kindle was somewhat distracting as the page numbers and author's name would appear randomly in the middle of a sentence. Overall, I would give the book 3.5 starts and recommend it to fans of Sherlock Holmes. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for a honest review.

[J. · Rating 4 out of 5]

The book picks up after Moriarity’s supposed death at Rickenbach Falls. It begins with letters and diary entries. Eventually, we meet Clara Mendel, a medical student and stepdaughter of the aristocratic Alber family. Although she’d like to have nothing more to do with them she complies with the patriarch’s summons to return to the family “fortress”. A treasure has been stolen can she find it? Why is a disguised Moriarity here?

[Jennifer · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 rounded up. Thank you LibraryThing and Crooked Lane Books for the ARC. I've been reading a lot of the original Sherlock Holmes lately, and I thought this was an interesting premise. The execution was just a little convoluted and meandering though. It is a mystery so that's not necessarily a negative. I just wasn't as interested in this version of Moriarty, so it was hard to focus on the plot.

[Luv2TrvlLuvBks · Rating 2 out of 5]

Author's writing style marvelously captures the time period set for this fictional character. So, too, the dialogue.
But became a double edged sword as had to muddle through the prose making it a more challenging read. Think that fans though will appreciate this author's unique take.

This ARC was provided by the publisher, Crooked Lane Books, via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.


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[Amanda · Rating 2 out of 5]

Calling this book The Return of Moriarty isn't particularly accurate as he is largely a supporting character. The inclusion of a famous character, the needlessly convoluted structure, and the contrived plot twists all read as attempts to distract from the fact this is actually a middling novel.

Two and a half stars.

Received via NetGalley.

[Susan · Rating 4 out of 5]

It would appear that Moriarty has survived the Falls though badly injured, only to appear at Schloss Alber, home of Lord Franz Alber and his offspring, as Hugo Strahm. Clara Mendel also returns to her dead stepfather's home to be confronted with the loss of the sword Dauerhaft, the priceless family heirloom. Working together and apart can they discover it and also solve various deaths.
An entertaining and interesting well-written historical mystery with its cast of diverse characters.
An ARC was provided by the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

[Sophia]

In a shocking twist, Jack Anderson’s the Return of Moriarty offers an intriguing variation of the original stories. The one to walk away from Reichenbach Falls is James Moriarty not Sherlock Holmes, but in an even more surprising turn, “that Genius of Crime” ends up solving a murder in a crumbling old German schloss.

My full review will post at Caffeinated Reviewer TBA.

[Annette · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was an interesting take on the Sherlock Holmes franchise. It was full of intrigue and a few surprises.
I did think the last half of the book was the most interesting. Perfect for any mystery fan