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The Adventure of the Engineer's Thumb | A Sherlock Holmes Mystery
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Sunday Rewind! Tonight, Sherlock Holmes is visited by a young hydraulic engineer with a most extraordinary tale to tell. What begins as a mysterious offer of well-paid work soon leads him deep into the countryside, into a house filled with secrets, and into a desperate struggle to escape with his life.
Read by Amon
🌙 Perfect for:
• Falling asleep naturally
• Relaxing after a long day
• Calming anxiety or overthinking
• Fans of classic detective fiction
⚠️ Sensitive Themes: This classic mystery includes references to violence, injury, crime, and suspense.
📖 Follow along for more Sherlock Holmes bedtime stories and classic mysteries.
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Intro Music: Just Relax | Royalty-Free Music - Pixabay
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