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The Sign of the Four

Book • 1890

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

The Sign of the Four, published in 1890, is the second Sherlock Holmes novel by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.

The story begins with Miss Mary Morstan seeking Holmes' help regarding a series of mysterious pearls she has received.

The investigation leads to a complex plot involving service in India, the Indian Rebellion of 1857, a stolen treasure, and a secret pact among four convicts and two corrupt prison guards.

The novel explores themes of betrayal, revenge, love, and justice, while showcasing Holmes's remarkable sleuthing abilities.

It also introduces Doctor Watson's future wife, Mary Morstan, and humanizes Holmes by revealing his drug habit and personal struggles.

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Mentioned in 9 episodes

Mentioned by

Luke Thompson

as a Sherlock Holmes story when defining what a pearl is.

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as one of the novels to be covered in the next season of Adventures in Compliance.

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as one of the four novels to be covered in the next season of Adventures in Compliance.

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, recalling a previous adventure on a train, referencing the events of Sign of Four.

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Tom Fox

at the end of the podcast as part of the next season of his podcast, Adventures in Compliance.

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Tom Fox

as one of the Sherlock Holmes novels to be featured in the next season of 'Adventures in Compliance'.

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Tom Fox

as one of the novels that will be covered in the next season of "Adventures in Compliance".

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Mentioned in the podcast's outro as part of a future season of the podcast 'Adventures in Compliance'.

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Angela Kingdon

, quoting from a Sherlock Holmes novel.

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Tom Fox

when discussing his future podcast episodes.

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The title of the adventure and special that Sherlock and Watson are embarking on.

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Tom Fox

as one of the novels in the Sherlock Holmes series.

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