Synopsis

Warlock Holmes may have demons in his head, but now Dr. John Watson has a mummy in his bloodstream. Specifically that of the sorcerer Xantharaxes, who when shredded and dissolved in an 8% solution, results in some extremely odd but useful prophetic dreams. There's also the small matter of Watson falling for yet another damsel-du-jour, and Warlock deciding that his companion needs some domestic bliss...

Reviews

Goodreads review by Amy on June 26, 2019

This fourth volume of the adventures of Warlock Holmes is the broadest sweeping narrative yet. Out-maneuvering Pinkerton detectives, overcoming Italian Mafioso’s, and uncovering folktale selkies, are just some of the encounters depicted in this paranormal spoof of Arthur Conan Doyle’s illustrious de......more

Goodreads review by Wiebke (1book1review) on March 06, 2021

Another enjoyable enstallment in the series. Those characts just grew on me and their flaws/attitudes just make me laugh now.......more

Goodreads review by Little on April 08, 2021

Very interesting and different view of the great detective. Fun and entertaining read. Recommended......more

Goodreads review by Jane on June 08, 2023

Continuing to enjoy this series. So far this is my least favorite, simple because I didn't care for the dream sequences. It is still a great book with the same great dynamic between Warlock and Watson. I loved how the author presented Mary Morston in this book. I can't wait to finish the last one in......more

Goodreads review by Jeff on June 11, 2019

These books are so damn good. Funny, heartfelt at times, with touches of horror. The saddest part is when it ends. Going to go see if I can pre-order the next one yet...or just pre-order them all in perpetuity.......more