David Dickinson
2 SeriesDavid Dickinson, an Irish author, is known for his historical mystery novels, including the Lord Francis Powercourt series and a series featuring Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's Mycroft Holmes. He holds a first-class honours degree in Classics from the University of Cambridge. Prior to his writing career, Dickinson worked as a series editor at the BBC, where he edited Newsnight, Panorama, and Monarchy. He currently resides in London, England.
In "Mycroft Holmes and The Adventure of the Silver Birches," Inspector Lestrade enlists the help of Mycroft Holmes to tackle a major case involving Britain's enemies attempting to debase the currency. With Sherlock Holmes retired and Dr. Watson unavailable, Mycroft, known for his exceptional intellect, takes on the challenge. He meticulously tracks the criminal gang across Europe's financial institutions, outpacing the fastest trains with his mind. As Mycroft and Lestrade close in on the culprits, a mysterious stranger guides them to the gang's hideout before disappearing into the fog. Will they unravel the plot and identify the enigmatic figure?
