Sherlock Holmes and The Adventure of the Fallen Soufflé

by David MacGregor

June 1897. It's the day before Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee and her son, the playboy Prince of Wales, arrives at 221B Baker Street pursued by anarchist assassins. The greatest chef in the world, Auguste Escoffier, also arrives, his career about to be shattered by blackmail and scandal. Can Holmes, Watson, and Irene Adler save the life of the heir to the British crown and the reputation of the master chef? This action-filled tale of royal debauchery, priceless gems, and gourmet food will provide Dr. Watson with the material for Sherlock Holmes' most bizarre and tastiest case.

166 pages, Paperback

Published June 10, 2021

Reviews

[Riju Ganguly · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was another sharp, sombre, witty, and hugely enjoyable book. It involved Sherlock Holmes, Irene Adler, Dr. Watson, Prince of Wales, culinary delights, bomb, and the evil machinations of a devilishly beautiful criminal mastermind.
Did I miss the Koh-i-Noor? Ah, my bad!
Overall, a "smashing" saga that would rupture a few purist's veins, but would allow you to chuckle (if not cackle) thinking about things happening within 221B Baker Street at any given point of time.
Highly recommended.

[Lexi · Rating 4 out of 5]

I've never actually read or watched any Sherlock Holmes stuff, so this is a first, and I really enjoyed it. The characters were a fun time and it made me laugh many a time. I could see the scene playing out in my head too

[Lavender Jade · Rating 5 out of 5]

Audiobook review.

An undeniably engrossing book with great worldbuilding and plenty of surprises, excellently narrated by Christopher Power.

A review copy of this book was sent to me by the publisher. All of the above opinions are my own.

[Tony Ciak · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sherlock Homes and Doctor Watson with their Land Lady; greet and meet a variety of people with problems and ambitions. Quite enjoyable tale, with it’s cross section of society.