The Ripper's Heir

Step into the fog-laden streets of 1930s London with "The Ripper's Heir," the first installment in "The Adventures of the Elderly Sherlock Holmes" series, brought to life by the inimitable Sherlock Holmes. This gripping audiobook, released on February 21, 2025, via goaudio, offers a unique twist on the classic Sherlock Holmes narrative, finding the legendary detective in his twilight years.

At 76, Sherlock Holmes, voiced masterfully by James Kensington, resides in his familiar Baker Street abode, but his days are now spent in a drug-induced haze, lost in thought. However, the chilling headlines of a new series of gruesome murders jolt him from his lethargy. With the ominous return of Jack the Ripper, Holmes must once again don his deerstalker and confront the darkness that stalks the streets of London.

"The Ripper's Heir" is a thrilling journey into the mind of an aging Holmes, as he grapples with the demons of his past and the horrors of his present. With a runtime of 53 minutes, this audiobook is a captivating blend of mystery, suspense, and the unparalleled wit of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, adapted by Charles Fraser. Each of the 19 chapters unfolds like a chapter in a gripping novel, keeping the listener on the edge of their seat until the very end.

Whether you're a lifelong fan of Sherlock Holmes or a newcomer to the world of detective fiction, "The Ripper's Heir" promises an engrossing experience that pays homage to the classic tales while forging a new path in the annals of Holmesian lore. Dive into the world of Sherlock Holmes and experience the thrill of the chase, the satisfaction of deduction, and the chilling horror of a killer on the loose.