The Last Sherlock Holmes Story
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Narrated by:
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Robert Glenister
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By:
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Michael Dibdin
About this listen
In the late seventies an extraordinary document came to light which for fifty years had been held on deposit by the bankers of the deceased John Herbert Watson MD - better known to devotees of Conan Doyle as Dr Watson.
A continuous narrative in the doctor’s own hand, the story opens in the East End of London in 1888. Three women have been savagely murdered by Jack the Ripper. To calm the public outcry, Scotland Yard approaches London’s most eminent detective, Sherlock Holmes, and asks him to investigate the mystery.
The adventures of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s famous detective and his faithful companion Dr Watson are given a new and thrilling treatment by Michael Dibdin.
©1978 Michael Dibdin (P)2014 Audible, Inc.Listeners also enjoyed...
Wow ! Amazing
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A warning, though. this is not a simple ACD style adventure; it is dark and it challenges the whole Holmesian canon.
Really enjoyable.
Excellent, dark, story really well told
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A Sad Twist for Sherlock fans!
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Leaving aside the controversial unmasking of Jack, this is a tour de force from Michael Dibdin, writing as Dr Watson, a friend and collaborator of Arthur Conan Doyle.
As real history says, there were gaps between the murders. Dibdin's skill is to plug those gaps with references to Holmes and Watson solving other cases, taken from the original Conan Doyle library.
Equally fascinating is the way that Dibdin brings the Victorian era Whitechapel to life. Not very flattering description of the hags, sadly though, probably apt.
This is a reading of Dibdin's story. Robert Glenister does an excellent job in conveying the atmosphere that Dibden creates. Murky London, people scared, the political situation. Glenister conveys such a complex story, worthy of dissection and vigorous discussion, to life. 10/10
Scoring: 0 bad; 1-3 poor; 4-6 average; 7-9 good; 10 excellent.
Holmes Vs the Ripper
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Where does The Last Sherlock Holmes Story rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
I choose this audio book for two reasons, first that I am a fan of Sherlock Holmes and secondly because I love the narration of Robert Glenister. I already have bought two other audio books which he has narrated, ‘The Cuckoo’s Calling’ Author: Robert Galbraith (J K Rowling) and The Ghost (Robert Harris). As a side note I should say that he is my dogs favourite narrator, as if there in a barking mood, I put on one of his audio books and the settle down and be calm, also his voice has a similar effect on me, causing me to feel soporific, as its so rich and commanding.The Last Sherlock Holmes Story is an interesting story that is brilliantly written and superbly read. Gripping from the start, it invites you to revaluate the stereotype of Holmes.
What other book might you compare The Last Sherlock Holmes Story to, and why?
Sherlock Holmes first appeared in print in 1887, written by famous author Sir Arthur Ignatius Conan Doyle. (AICD) Holmes a fictitious character who was based on a forensic scientist at Edinburgh University Dr Joseph Bell.For Michael Dibdin version of the fictional guise of Sherlock Holmes, he builds an image of Holmes though Watsons voice using detailed notes which are found in bank in the 1970’s.
Which character – as performed by Robert Glenister – was your favourite?
This story however is read in the voice of Watson, is written in the style of AICD, and the tale is careful spun out and adds a very interesting and fresh approach story. Diddin stays true to the characters and this instantly puts you in a comfortable familiar place when you first start to listen, then cunningly drifts you into a much darker place.Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
Not wanting to spoil the plot, I shall just talk about the setting; the story is set in East End of London in 1888. Were three women have been brutally murdered and mutilated by the infernos Jack the Ripper. Sherlock who is bored by the mundane cases that he has been presented, softens the dullness of his everyday life by taking cocaine. Then this case of the type of murders appears to give him a new interest and he meets his equal in intelligence Moriarty.Any additional comments?
Many chases, much intrigue. It is well written and beautiful narrated, being both melodic and welcoming.Unlike the other books narrated by Robert Galbraith there was not a lot of different types to voices to use the full extent of his range. However this does not make the reading any less enjoyable, and he does a wonderful voice to inspector Lestrade.
I have read other reviews and this book has stirred up all types of feelings, I think this in part because the characters are so well know and set in peoples minds, that anything out of the ordinary or expected is immediately thrown out. However that said, I did not agree with the ending, but then that is the sign of a great writer, when can get you to feel strongly that it evokes angry comments. It is a fictional story and the author has written the ending he choice. I admire his style and passion that is insinuated though the pages. Were you feel the heart wrenching love and respect of Watson wither under the stress of what he thinks he has discovered about his dear friend and mentor.
慈円 (Jane)
brilliant from start to finish
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A dull experience
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As a lifelong Holmes fan I'm afraid this book actually made me angry and left me feeling curiously saddened by the experience!
I endured it to the end thinking there must be some clever twist to the plot coming, and the author SURELY wasn't trying to do what he appeared to be doing.
He was.
I've listened to a variety of non-Conan-Doyle Holmes stories over the years, (through gritted teeth sometimes!) as some are definitely better than others. However, the others have at the very least, attempted to stay true to character and make them entertaining for Holmes fans to read.
After all, who's going to buy a 'new' Sherlock Holmes book other than people who wish Conan-Doyle had written twice as many?
This book takes a much loved fictional character and utterly trashes it.
Honestly in this instance I wouldn't even give it the benefit of the doubt. If you love Sherlock Holmes, you WILL hate this.
Save your money - you'll thank me.
And if you're NOT a Holmes fan, well grudgingly I suppose it's feasible you may not utterly hate it - it starts well. And Robert Glenister's narration is fine. I think that's as kind as I can be.
If you love Holmes you'll HATE this
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The reader was very good though.
Disappointing
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Would you try another book written by Michael Dibdin or narrated by Robert Glenister?
Perhaps.Would you ever listen to anything by Michael Dibdin again?
NOWould you listen to another book narrated by Robert Glenister?
YesWhat character would you cut from The Last Sherlock Holmes Story?
The murderous, psychopathic Holmes.Any additional comments?
It is probably the most unlikely of the Sherlock Holmes tales. My feeling of uneasiness and disbelief grew stronger as the story developed, but hoped that there was a clever twist to it right up to the end. The beloved champion of the law is mercilessly desecrated and left me feeling almost angry. Conan Doyle must be turning in his grave...The darkest and the most sinister
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