Moriarty: The Great Chaos

Moriarty #3

by Charles Kindinger, Dominic Monaghan (Narrator), Phil LaMarr (Narrator)

The thrilling conclusion of Audible's blockbuster Sherlock Holmes saga brings back Dominic Monaghan and Phil LaMarr in their iconic roles... and introduces the one man who holds the key to Moriarty’s Ben Kingsley as Moriarty's father.

Professor James Moriarty thought he could outwit fate… But when his future-predicting equation falls into the wrong hands, it threatens to ignite a global war. Moriarty is dragged into a deadly race across continents, locked in a twisted duel with Sherlock Holmes himself, and haunted by secrets from his own family that refuse to stay buried.

From sinking ships to burning cathedrals, shadow councils to submarine tombs, this season hurtles Moriarty toward a final reckoning where genius, betrayal, and obsession collide.

The Great Chaos is a globe-spanning thriller that proves the most dangerous equation of all is the one you can’t solve yourself.

Available in Dolby Atmos on Audible.

Full cast Dominic Monaghan, Phil LaMarr, Joanne Froggatt, Ben Kingsley, Ross McCall, Adam Godley, Billy Harris, Josh Robert Thompson, Nicholas Mongiardo-Cooper, JB Blanc, Lindsay Jean Michelle, Ken Clement, Paul Rogan, Kai Edgar, Dan Domingues, Pranshu Mishra, Sara Matsui-Colby

Genres: Audiobook, Fiction, Crime, Mystery, Mystery Thriller

Audible Audio

Published April 30, 2026

Reviews

[Frédéric · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great conclusion to this superbly produced audio series, despite the slightly disappointing *Last Crusade* vibe. Holmes as a full-on "mwah-ah-ah" villain is delightful.

[KS · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really loved this! I’m a sucker for new spin on old lore. The performances and production were perfect. And so I begin my Sherlock Holmes Era, except now when I see Moriarty as the bad guy, I’ll actually be rooting for him. 🙃

[Rob Thompson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Moriarty: The Great Chaos – 5/5
Kindinger’s take on Moriarty feels like stepping into a velvet‑dark labyrinth where every corridor hums with tension. The vibe is richly atmospheric—fast enough to keep your pulse up, but deliberate enough that you savour each twist. The emotional impact lands in that sweet spot between intellectual delight and pure narrative thrill; it’s the kind of book that makes you lean forward without realising it.

The strength here is precision. Kindinger writes Moriarty not as a caricatured mastermind but as a fully realised force of nature—chaotic, calculating, strangely magnetic. The pacing is tight, the set‑pieces sharp, and the dialogue has that crisp, dangerous elegance you want from a Holmes‑adjacent tale. If there’s a limitation, it’s simply that the book is so confidently stylised that readers who prefer gentler mysteries may find it a touch intense.

Perfect for fans of morally complex antiheroes, intricate plotting, and anyone who enjoys exploring the shadowed corners of the Sherlockian world. If you prefer cosy mysteries, this one may feel like too sharp a blade.

[D. Dante Zehavi · Rating 3 out of 5]

I am not a fan of the role reversal, but I think if you are going to tell a story like that, this is was a pretty good way to tell it.
The voice actor for Sherlock had a tenor and cadence to his voice that made him absolutely insufferable (which might have been the point, but I found it distracting).
This was good fun, not for me, but good fun, and if you are not bothered by the role reversal (with Sherlock being the villain, not just the antagonist, but full on villain) then you will probably enjoy this.
A book where Moriarty is the villain but the protagonist (which is sort of what I thought this was going to be) would be interesting to read/listen to, but alas...

[Aerly · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really loved this story! 🕵️‍♂️ The plot was engaging from start to finish, with a great pace that kept things moving without ever feeling rushed.

The actors and voice performances were excellent, and they really brought the characters to life. The sound effects were particularly impressive, making the listening experience feel incredibly immersive.

Overall, a very entertaining and atmospheric audiobook. Definitely recommended if you enjoy mystery, Moriarty, and immersive audio productions!

[Ann Marie · Rating 5 out of 5]

These 3 stories are brilliant but the more I listen to them the more I absolutely detest Sherlock Holmes and like Moriarty, who doesnt come across as the bad guy. They were absolutely brilliant to listen to.

[Danielle · Rating 4 out of 5]

I’ve always enjoyed the Holmes mysteries. I particularly enjoy those which advance or complement the original canon.

[Áine · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nice way to wrap up the story.
I still can't get used to Sherlock as the bad guy.

[Carriann · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this series!!! So good. Every twist and turn was well done. The ending gave me chills. Well done.

[William · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a new take on the stories of Sherlock and moriarty I hadn’t expected. I didn’t realize this was the final story of a trilogy but will definitely be checking out the previous stories.

[Drew Vance · Rating 3 out of 5]

Voice acting as good as always. Not as strong as the first two in plot in my opinion. Enjoyable regardless.

[Thomas Scott · Rating 5 out of 5]

So sad that there is only 3 seasons, wishing for a fourth.

[Trublue · Rating 5 out of 5]

Overall: 5 stars • Performance: 5+ stars • Story: 5 stars

[Vivian · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5

[Koomi · Rating 1 out of 5]

Wasn't as good as I hoped it would be. A lot going on and hard to follow audio only.

[S. Shigemitsu · Rating 4 out of 5]

A satisfying ending of this audiodrama series. The mind games of Moriarty and Holmes kept me at the edge of my seat. Many references of cases from the Sherlock Holmes series such as "The Seven-Per-Cent Solution" and "The Hound of Baskerville" － naming a few. The cast was a delight!