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Sherlock Holmes and Lucy James Mystery #8.2
Five Pink Ladies
An artist's studio hides a deadly secret in the heart of London. Can Flynn, Becky, Sherlock, and Lucy stop a killer and save their friend?Flynn, the head of the Baker Street Irregulars, stumbles upon a sinister secret in a Persian artist's studio. Lucy, Watson, Becky, and Sherlock Holmes are quickly swept into a whirlwind of art, intrigue, and danger.As they peel back layers of deception, the team is thrust into a high-stakes game of cat and mouse. The masterpiece at the center of the storm isn't just a feast for the eyes—it's the key to stopping a mastermind bent on chaos. But as the plot thickens, the question Can the combined forces of intellect, bravery, and friendship outpace the shadow of treachery?READER "Stepping into this story is like wandering the streets of London with Holmes himself... an immersive delight!" "Flynn's front and center, bringing a fresh twist to the Sherlockian saga... Can't get enough!" If you're a fan of Conan Doyle's classic mysteries, Agatha Christie's webs of intrigue, and Lee Child's thrillers, "Five Pink Ladies" is your next adventure. It's where timeless sleuthing meets the spirited dynamism of Holmes's extended family.Dive into "Five Pink Ladies" for a blend of mystery, art, and the indomitable spirit of the Baker Street team. Join the chase and uncover the truth behind the canvas. Scroll up and One-click now!
Historical fiction, Mystery, Literature, Secrets, Detective, Investigation, Historical setting, Suspense, Murder, Crime, Hidden, Intrigue, Thriller, Clues, Whodunit
Historical fiction, Mystery, Literature, Secrets, Detective, Investigation, Historical setting, Suspense, Murder, Crime, Hidden, Intrigue, Thriller, Clues, Whodunit
121 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 29, 2020
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About the author
Anna Elliott
82 books433 followersAnna Elliott is an author of historical fiction and fantasy. She enjoys stories about strong women, and loves exploring the multitude of ways women can find their unique strengths. She was delighted to lend a hand with the Sherlock & Lucy series, and thrilled to continue a new spin-off series featuring Becky and Flynn. Her first series, the Twilight of Avalon trilogy, is a retelling of the Trystan & Isolde legend. She wrote her second series, The Pride & Prejudice Chronicles , chiefly to satisfy her own curiosity about what might have happened to Elizabeth Bennet, Mr. Darcy, and all the other wonderful cast of characters after the official end of Jane Austen’s classic work.
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May 29, 2020
1899 Flynn one of Holmes’ Iregulars visits his friend Amir Tremazian every Tuesday at his artist studio. This Tuesday after returning from an errant for him, Flynn discovers the studio burning. He rescues Amir, who is soon under the care of Dr Watson. But what could be the motive.
Meanwhile Holmes and Lucy are attending the National Portrait Galley as a guard has been killed and a painting stolen. But this is not the last of the deaths.
Is there a connection between the two events.
Another enjoyable and well-written historical mystery in the Holmes genre with its likeable characters.
Received and ARC from the author.
Meanwhile Holmes and Lucy are attending the National Portrait Galley as a guard has been killed and a painting stolen. But this is not the last of the deaths.
Is there a connection between the two events.
Another enjoyable and well-written historical mystery in the Holmes genre with its likeable characters.
Received and ARC from the author.
November 30, 2022
Again a fun read
I liked this book and the plot. It was a fun short book to read. Seeing the younger ones involved was fun
I liked this book and the plot. It was a fun short book to read. Seeing the younger ones involved was fun
November 15, 2025
A good short story; not quite as good as the other stores in this series but still weel done.
February 11, 2023
Fun, quick reads, but Becky is starting to grate.
These stories are fun, quick little mysteries. One thing is continually bugging me though. I can accept one new extraordinary character in the form of Lucy, as having Holmes-like observation and deducting skills. She’s an actress that learned part of those skills and is the natural daughter of Sherlock Holmes.
But they seem to be setting up the Becky character as also being another wunderkind of observation, deduction and now future doctor. I’m sorry to say the character is really getting on my nerves. Lucy & Jack need to reign that child in. They just shake their heads and smile in exasperation whenever this child sneaks out in the night and goes to crime scenes and places of danger in Victorian London! She’s 10 years old ffs. She’s like an annoying puppy, always yip yapping. Now we have to read from her point of view as well? Ugh.
These stories are fun, quick little mysteries. One thing is continually bugging me though. I can accept one new extraordinary character in the form of Lucy, as having Holmes-like observation and deducting skills. She’s an actress that learned part of those skills and is the natural daughter of Sherlock Holmes.
But they seem to be setting up the Becky character as also being another wunderkind of observation, deduction and now future doctor. I’m sorry to say the character is really getting on my nerves. Lucy & Jack need to reign that child in. They just shake their heads and smile in exasperation whenever this child sneaks out in the night and goes to crime scenes and places of danger in Victorian London! She’s 10 years old ffs. She’s like an annoying puppy, always yip yapping. Now we have to read from her point of view as well? Ugh.
December 24, 2022
It's Flynn's turn, now :D When his Persian artist friend is almost killed, Flynn asks for Watson's help. And, of course, Lucy and Becky are soon involved, too :P
Meanwhile, Holmes is brought into the murder of one of the National Portrait Gallery's guards, committed during the theft of one of its paintings. When he hears about the attack on Flynn's friend, he knows it must be related. Soon, the plot will thicken, with more murders and more danger to everybody involved. Quick-paced and thrilling, this is another great story in this series.
We get to learn a little more about Flynn, who is fascinating not only by his independence and resourcefulness but for his loyalty and big heart.
Oh, and I love that Becky wants to be a doctor! ♥
Meanwhile, Holmes is brought into the murder of one of the National Portrait Gallery's guards, committed during the theft of one of its paintings. When he hears about the attack on Flynn's friend, he knows it must be related. Soon, the plot will thicken, with more murders and more danger to everybody involved. Quick-paced and thrilling, this is another great story in this series.
We get to learn a little more about Flynn, who is fascinating not only by his independence and resourcefulness but for his loyalty and big heart.
Oh, and I love that Becky wants to be a doctor! ♥
September 17, 2022
Entertaining mystery listening 🎶🔰
Another will written British 🏰 murder mystery family relationships adventure thriller short story by Anna Elliott and Charles Veley a Sherlock Holmes and Lucy James Mystery Series book nineteen. Sherlock, Lucy, Becky, Flynn, and Watson are involved in the robbery of a painting and murder of a guard. They are struggling to stop ✋ the murders now three but they set a trap which succeeds with the capture of the murderer. I would recommend this novella, series, and authors to readers of mysteries and Sherlock Holmes fans. Enjoy the adventure of reading all kinds of different types of novellas, novels 👍🔰, and books 📚. 2022 👑👒😀
Another will written British 🏰 murder mystery family relationships adventure thriller short story by Anna Elliott and Charles Veley a Sherlock Holmes and Lucy James Mystery Series book nineteen. Sherlock, Lucy, Becky, Flynn, and Watson are involved in the robbery of a painting and murder of a guard. They are struggling to stop ✋ the murders now three but they set a trap which succeeds with the capture of the murderer. I would recommend this novella, series, and authors to readers of mysteries and Sherlock Holmes fans. Enjoy the adventure of reading all kinds of different types of novellas, novels 👍🔰, and books 📚. 2022 👑👒😀
December 21, 2022
Performance: ****
Story: ****
A solid, quick Sherlockian mystery surrounding murder and an art gallery. At just over 2 hrs, the story moves quickly and that is one of its strengths. In addition, the story adds support from some of Sherlock’s Irregulars … those street urchins that have become the eyes and ears of the Great Detective in the seedy underbelly of society. The narration was fantastic, with good range of voice and dialect to separate the characters.
I was given this free advance review/listener copy (ARC) audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
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Story: ****
A solid, quick Sherlockian mystery surrounding murder and an art gallery. At just over 2 hrs, the story moves quickly and that is one of its strengths. In addition, the story adds support from some of Sherlock’s Irregulars … those street urchins that have become the eyes and ears of the Great Detective in the seedy underbelly of society. The narration was fantastic, with good range of voice and dialect to separate the characters.
I was given this free advance review/listener copy (ARC) audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
#FivePinkLadies #LucyJamesMystery #FreeAudiobookCodes #KindleUnlimited
February 5, 2021
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Seemed, maybe, a bit disjointed to me, but more than likely it was a combination of having read a totally unrelated story right before this one, then going on to this one with the different than usual focus on Flynn and Becky. I had stopped reading this series only to find there were a few more that I had missed yet, so had to find them to finish out the previous ones I had found.
Seemed, maybe, a bit disjointed to me, but more than likely it was a combination of having read a totally unrelated story right before this one, then going on to this one with the different than usual focus on Flynn and Becky. I had stopped reading this series only to find there were a few more that I had missed yet, so had to find them to finish out the previous ones I had found.
July 21, 2021
A short story with Flynn as a central character
Flynn has an artist friend who is assaulted and he asks Watson to help him. At the same time Holmes is asked to look into an art theft from a museum. The book has many twists and turns with a surprise ending. I did not read the books in order but that seemed fine and this is now the 27th in the series I have read so I will await any new books.
Flynn has an artist friend who is assaulted and he asks Watson to help him. At the same time Holmes is asked to look into an art theft from a museum. The book has many twists and turns with a surprise ending. I did not read the books in order but that seemed fine and this is now the 27th in the series I have read so I will await any new books.
June 22, 2020
5 out of 5 stars
Great fast read!
Reviewed in the United States on June 2, 2020
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Another terrific outing of the Baker Street Team. Sherlock and Lucy appear as well, but the team is the main focus here. The mystery kept me guessing until the end. I received an ARC and this is my honest opinion.
Great fast read!
Reviewed in the United States on June 2, 2020
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Another terrific outing of the Baker Street Team. Sherlock and Lucy appear as well, but the team is the main focus here. The mystery kept me guessing until the end. I received an ARC and this is my honest opinion.
November 23, 2022
Lovely !!!
It amazing how the authors Anna Elliott & Charles Veley manage to write such a good story which includes a mystery, spins and a great ending in such a short story !
Simon Prebble & Wendy Termont King like always narrate with such beautiful precision.
Recommended by me !!!
Oded Ostfeld.
It amazing how the authors Anna Elliott & Charles Veley manage to write such a good story which includes a mystery, spins and a great ending in such a short story !
Simon Prebble & Wendy Termont King like always narrate with such beautiful precision.
Recommended by me !!!
Oded Ostfeld.
September 26, 2023
Cute Story
Cute and mysteries are not words that usually go together, but this one could be a rare exception.
The story focuses more on Flynn and his friend Amir, a foreign artist. When Amir's life is threatened, Flynn calls on other special friends for help...
A good mystery that shows the value of friendships.
Christa
Cute and mysteries are not words that usually go together, but this one could be a rare exception.
The story focuses more on Flynn and his friend Amir, a foreign artist. When Amir's life is threatened, Flynn calls on other special friends for help...
A good mystery that shows the value of friendships.
Christa
December 31, 2024
Nice plotted and satisfying mystery
This was a nice, though brief, addition to the S&L series. The kids get a good role in this story and this would probably be acceptable for young adults or even middle school age group.. But, of course it’s great for adults, especially if you don’t like graphic violence, profanity, etc. . Very enjoyable!
This was a nice, though brief, addition to the S&L series. The kids get a good role in this story and this would probably be acceptable for young adults or even middle school age group.. But, of course it’s great for adults, especially if you don’t like graphic violence, profanity, etc. . Very enjoyable!
December 15, 2025
Five Pink Ladies was a fast-paced, atmospheric mystery that plunges the Baker Street Irregulars into a dangerous world of art, deception, and murder in Victorian London.
With clever twists, high stakes, and a strong sense of friendship and intellect, Elliott and Veley delivered a fresh, thrilling, energetic take on classic Sherlockian intrigue and mystery!
With clever twists, high stakes, and a strong sense of friendship and intellect, Elliott and Veley delivered a fresh, thrilling, energetic take on classic Sherlockian intrigue and mystery!
June 5, 2020
Good Show!
A good short story, I think you are getting used to short story length and it's showing. For a while I kind of didn't get with the program, but now the flow is back. Congratulations. I still miss the longer stories , too.
A good short story, I think you are getting used to short story length and it's showing. For a while I kind of didn't get with the program, but now the flow is back. Congratulations. I still miss the longer stories , too.
December 13, 2020
Again, in the 19th story, the characters are very well drawn especially the more mnior ones. I do love the movement of the plot with enough twists to keep the pages turning. I do enjoy the Sherlock and Lucy series.
August 19, 2021
So good!!!
This is a fascinating story with some exotic characters and quite a convoluted plot! I always enjoy hearing Flynn and Becky’s adventures. Mr. Holmes surprised me again at the end.
This is a fascinating story with some exotic characters and quite a convoluted plot! I always enjoy hearing Flynn and Becky’s adventures. Mr. Holmes surprised me again at the end.
April 3, 2023
A very good tale
These stories do have the feel of the originals. The stories are brand new to Holmes, Watson and Lucy. Flynn is an excellent addition. The side characters have enough detail to add to the story , but still keep it short. Fun reading.
These stories do have the feel of the originals. The stories are brand new to Holmes, Watson and Lucy. Flynn is an excellent addition. The side characters have enough detail to add to the story , but still keep it short. Fun reading.
August 8, 2024
delightful read
Again Anna and Charles spun a worthy read. I can imagine Holmes and Dr Watson just as they were in the original stories. This episode feature Becky and Finn in an adventure that must have frustrated and yet pleased Holmes and Lucy.
Again Anna and Charles spun a worthy read. I can imagine Holmes and Dr Watson just as they were in the original stories. This episode feature Becky and Finn in an adventure that must have frustrated and yet pleased Holmes and Lucy.
November 16, 2025
Everyone is involved
I enjoy these books so much. They are especially fun when Becky and Flynn get their own chapters. Art heist, art forgery, a fire, and an attempted alley attack-- lots of danger!
I enjoy these books so much. They are especially fun when Becky and Flynn get their own chapters. Art heist, art forgery, a fire, and an attempted alley attack-- lots of danger!
June 24, 2020
Great book
Great book great characters and story i like Dr. Watson and Lucy.My favorite of all time is Sherlock Holmes i would recommend the series
Great book great characters and story i like Dr. Watson and Lucy.My favorite of all time is Sherlock Holmes i would recommend the series
February 22, 2021
They just keep getting better
Flynn and Becky are great and so is Prince. All the characters are exceptional. I recommend this book and all the others to anyone.
Flynn and Becky are great and so is Prince. All the characters are exceptional. I recommend this book and all the others to anyone.
June 22, 2021
More excellent reading
I Like 👍he fact that Holmes has a daughter and that his irregulars and others get some of the limelight.
I Like 👍he fact that Holmes has a daughter and that his irregulars and others get some of the limelight.
December 29, 2022
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January 14, 2026
Just a novelette. I enjoy this series and have come to appreciate the slightly offbeat style the authos use.
September 28, 2022
Another good one by a very readable author involving favorite characters- a short one though.
April 15, 2021
As I work my way through this series, I find each book and story to be engaging as it adds a bit more to the tale of the Great Detective. Elliot and Veley have done a fine job of increasing the usual cast of characters with the addition of Lucy Kelly (nee James), her husband Jack, his young sister Becky, and the Baker Street Irregular simply known as Flynn. FIVE PINK LADIES sees the youngest members of the team, Becky and Flynn helping with the investigation.
Rather than chapter titles, chapters are written in the voice of a specific character. A chapter titled "Flynn" puts his thoughts and actions front and center. These various perspectives allow for a more nuanced telling of the tale.
Although you might want to read FIVE PINK LADIES as a standalone, it does refer back to earlier books in the series. I highly recommend that you start at the beginning with THE LAST MORIARTY and work your way through all the books. I have found each a worthy addition to the canon.
Rather than chapter titles, chapters are written in the voice of a specific character. A chapter titled "Flynn" puts his thoughts and actions front and center. These various perspectives allow for a more nuanced telling of the tale.
Although you might want to read FIVE PINK LADIES as a standalone, it does refer back to earlier books in the series. I highly recommend that you start at the beginning with THE LAST MORIARTY and work your way through all the books. I have found each a worthy addition to the canon.
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