Paul Voodini Livres

New Year's Eve, 1922, and a very special dinner party is being hosted by a dubious Sherlock Holmes collector. During the course of this mysterious evening, the host will demonstrate the peculiar mind-powers of Dr. Joseph Bell, the personality profiling prowess of the Great Detective himself, the esoteric attributes of a deck of cards rumoured to have belonged to Jack the Ripper, the haunted finger rings of Arthur Conan Doyle's Cottingley Fairies, and much more! Part novella and part magic instructional book, this publication also teaches the reader exactly how to recreate these wondrous feats for themselves. Learn how to 'fake it' as a master detective, and be entertained by the haunting tale that surrounds this mysterious Sherlock Holmes-themed dinner party.

Set against a backdrop of gas-lit London, the narrative intertwines real historical figures like Arthur Conan Doyle and Harry Houdini with fictional elements, including the infamous Jack the Ripper and the eerie Cthulhu mythos. The story weaves a rich tapestry of mystery and the supernatural, incorporating characters such as Mina Crandon and Mary Jane Kelly, alongside the whimsical Cottingley Fairies. With a vast ensemble cast, it promises a thrilling blend of intrigue, fantasy, and historical drama.

Set in the Gothic London of the 1800s, the narrative immerses readers in a dark and atmospheric world filled with intrigue and mystery. The story unfolds against a backdrop of haunting architecture and societal tensions, exploring themes of love, betrayal, and the supernatural. Characters navigate a labyrinth of secrets and moral dilemmas, facing both external threats and their inner demons. This rich historical context enhances the chilling and captivating experience, drawing readers into a tale of suspense and emotional depth.