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Christmas at the Saporis

Sherlock Holmes and Irene Adler Mysteries, Book 2

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Christmas at the Saporis

By: K D Sherrinford
Narrated by: Eve Marie
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First place, and best in category at the Chanticleer International Book Awards for Shorts and Novellas.

What will the Saporis find under the tree this year—Christmas presents, or family skeletons?

In the spirit of the holiday and a wish for familial harmony, Irene Adler persuades her detective husband to invite his brother Mycroft to Christmas luncheon. Holmes had cut ties with his brother when he discovered the machinations Mycroft employed that drove Sherlock and Adler apart for four years. He isn’t really sure this reunion is a great idea, but he can deny his wife nothing.

Of course, they can’t tell the children what Mycroft is to them, as that would entail learning that their father is the celebrated detective when they know him simply as Lucca Sapori. And just when they think things may be going better than expected, ghosts of the past crop up in unexpected ways and threaten to ruin the holidays for everyone.

©2022 K D Sherrinford (P)2025 K D Sherrinford Detective Historical Historical Fiction Romantic Suspense Christmas Marriage Sherlock Holmes Winter

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This felt more like sitting in on a complicated family dinner than listening to a cozy holiday story, and I mean that in a good way. There’s a lot unsaid between the characters, and it makes everything feel tense without being overdone. I liked how the mystery blended into the personal stuff instead of taking over. Great narration too, kept things moving and easy to follow.

Not Your Typical Christmas Listen

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There’s something very personal about this story. I kept thinking how real the family reactions felt, especially the awkward politeness. It’s calm on the surface but heavy underneath. I liked how the holiday setting didn’t erase the problems, it actually made them louder. Short listen, but it packs a lot in.

Felt like listening in on a family secret

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This one caught me off guard. I expected mystery first, but the emotional stuff really stood out. You can feel how uncomfortable the reunion is, even when people are trying to be polite. The holiday backdrop makes everything more fragile. It’s not loud or dramatic, but it sticks with you. Perfect if you like character-driven stories with a bit of tension running underneath.

Family Secrets Over Christmas

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I listened to this over a couple of evenings while cooking and it pulled me in fast. It felt like sitting in on a tense family holiday where everyone’s smiling but secrets are heavy in the room. I liked how the mystery stayed personal, not just clever. The holiday setting made the emotional moments hit harder, especially with kids around. The narrator kept it lively and natural. I finished it feeling satisfied, slightly stressed, and wanting more.

Holiday Drama with a Sharp Twist

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I went into this expecting something light, but it had way more tension than I thought. The family dynamics were awkward in a very real way, and I liked how the past kept creeping into what was supposed to be a peaceful holiday. The mystery angle wasn’t loud or flashy, but it pulled me in. Listened to it over a couple evenings and didn’t feel bored once. Short but packed with emotion and quiet drama.

When Family History Shows Up Uninvited

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