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Holmes Away From Home
(2026)(The first book in the Althea Adler Mystery series)
A novel by Samantha Larsen
Step into Edwardian London and meet the irresistible Althea Adler — daughter of Sherlock Holmes’s nemesis, the notorious thief and opera star Irene Adler.
A heart-racing game of wits, murder and romance is about to commence . . .
London, 1911. A mysterious postcard arrives for Althea Adler with just four words: ‘Holmes away from home.’ Suspecting the note is an instruction from her mother to steal something valuable from the great detective, Althea breaks into his safe. She finds an old photograph of Irene — and a clue leading back to her year of birth. Could Sherlock Holmes be her real father?
Still reeling, Althea accepts an invitation to a society weekend at Twickenham Towers. But when the Earl of Tipon is found murdered in his study, she forms an unlikely, fiery partnership with a fellow guest: the dashing William, Marquess of Sheffield.
Althea is unaware that William is on a secret government mission to spy on the earl's son. She only knows that he’s smart . . . and annoyingly handsome.
Can Althea and William outwit a cunning killer before someone else dies — or before they fall for each other?
If you love witty, lively whodunits then you’ll adore this first in a new series. Perfect for fans of Deanna Raybourn's Veronica Speedwell Mysteries, Verity Bright and T.E. Kinsey!
READERS CAN’T GET ENOUGH OF SAMANTHA LARSEN’S BOOKS:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘The writing was incredible and I could not put it down!’ Lisa
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘The mystery was so good with all kinds of twists and turns . . . Highly recommend to those who enjoy romantic, closed door, cozy historical mysteries!’ Melissa’s Bookshelf
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A captivating and entertaining story.’ Lori C
'''⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I loved the twists and turns and the piecing together of all the clues. I love a well written murder mystery . . . this one kept me guessing and guessing again.’ Julie C
⭐⭐⭐''⭐ ‘Another wonderful book from one of my favorite authors. Larsen sets the perfect tone for this historical cozy mystery.’ Mindy
MEET THE SLEUTH
Althea Adler is a daring heroine who moves through Edwardian London with wit, razor-sharp intelligence, and just enough mischief to keep everyone guessing. Daughter of the infamous thief and opera star Irene Adler, Althea inherited her mother’s cunning and flair for adventure — but with her own fearless moral code. From deciphering cryptic clues to outsmarting dangerous murderers, Althea faces every challenge with confidence, charm, and a keen sense of danger.
Genre: Cozy Mystery
A heart-racing game of wits, murder and romance is about to commence . . .
London, 1911. A mysterious postcard arrives for Althea Adler with just four words: ‘Holmes away from home.’ Suspecting the note is an instruction from her mother to steal something valuable from the great detective, Althea breaks into his safe. She finds an old photograph of Irene — and a clue leading back to her year of birth. Could Sherlock Holmes be her real father?
Still reeling, Althea accepts an invitation to a society weekend at Twickenham Towers. But when the Earl of Tipon is found murdered in his study, she forms an unlikely, fiery partnership with a fellow guest: the dashing William, Marquess of Sheffield.
Althea is unaware that William is on a secret government mission to spy on the earl's son. She only knows that he’s smart . . . and annoyingly handsome.
Can Althea and William outwit a cunning killer before someone else dies — or before they fall for each other?
If you love witty, lively whodunits then you’ll adore this first in a new series. Perfect for fans of Deanna Raybourn's Veronica Speedwell Mysteries, Verity Bright and T.E. Kinsey!
READERS CAN’T GET ENOUGH OF SAMANTHA LARSEN’S BOOKS:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘The writing was incredible and I could not put it down!’ Lisa
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘The mystery was so good with all kinds of twists and turns . . . Highly recommend to those who enjoy romantic, closed door, cozy historical mysteries!’ Melissa’s Bookshelf
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A captivating and entertaining story.’ Lori C
'''⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I loved the twists and turns and the piecing together of all the clues. I love a well written murder mystery . . . this one kept me guessing and guessing again.’ Julie C
⭐⭐⭐''⭐ ‘Another wonderful book from one of my favorite authors. Larsen sets the perfect tone for this historical cozy mystery.’ Mindy
MEET THE SLEUTH
Althea Adler is a daring heroine who moves through Edwardian London with wit, razor-sharp intelligence, and just enough mischief to keep everyone guessing. Daughter of the infamous thief and opera star Irene Adler, Althea inherited her mother’s cunning and flair for adventure — but with her own fearless moral code. From deciphering cryptic clues to outsmarting dangerous murderers, Althea faces every challenge with confidence, charm, and a keen sense of danger.
Genre: Cozy Mystery
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