A Scandal In Scarlet

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Gemma and Jayne dedicate their time to raise funds for a burned museum, but a killer disrupts their auction in this fourth installment of the Sherlock Holmes Bookshop mystery series. One night, while walking her dog Violet, Gemma Doyle discovers smoke outside the West London Museum. Although no one is inside, the museum’s priceless collection is lost to the flames. In response, local shop owners organize an auction tea to support the rebuilding efforts, featuring a signed first edition of The Valley of Fear. As guests gather at Mrs. Hudson’s Tea Room, owned by Gemma’s best friend, Jayne, excitement fills the air. However, the event takes a dark turn when museum board chair Kathy Lamb is found dead, strangled with a decorative rope of knotted tea cups—an item sold by Jayne. Gemma’s boyfriend, Ryan Ashburton, and Detective Louise Estrada arrive to investigate, but the list of suspects is extensive. As Gemma is reluctantly pulled into the case, she learns that Kathy’s murder may be linked to a mysterious death from seven years prior. With fellow shopkeeper Maureen accused, Gemma’s deductive skills become crucial in unraveling the mystery, despite Ryan’s concerns about her involvement.