The Language of Bees: A novel of suspense featuring Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes

Summary

New York Times bestselling author Laurie R. King has won or been nominated for every major award in mystery writing. Her beloved sleuth Mary Russell is described as a “one-woman case for the defense of unauthorized literary sequels” by the Washington Post Book World.

Returning to London after extensive travels abroad, Mary and husband Sherlock Holmes receive an unexpected visit from Sherlock’s estranged son, Damian. Years ago, Damian was arrested following the murder of his drug dealer. Now more people have died, and Damian is once again a suspect. Further complicating matters, Damian’s wife and child are missing. While Sherlock helps Damian search for his loved ones, Mary launches her own investigation in an attempt to reveal Damian’s troubled history.

Trust is on the line as family secrets are laid bare in this captivating entry from a series that just keeps getting better.