The Sign of the Four

Set against a backdrop of intrigue and adventure, this classic detective story features a captivating damsel in distress and a series of mysterious events, including a murder and the search for a unique pearl. With four desperate villains and an exotic treasure at stake, Sherlock Holmes navigates a web of conflicting clues with his trademark confidence and brilliance. First published in 1890, it stands as a significant work in the detective fiction genre, showcasing the elements that have come to define it.