Note: the tab marked "Explanation" reveals the ending of the story. Do not view that if you are reading the story for the first time and do not want to spoil your enjoyment.
| Title: | The Adventure of the Red Circle | Collection: | His Last Bow |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year published: | 1911 (April) | Year set in: | |
| Mystery: | Why does a tenant hide in his room and never leave? | ||
| Apparent crime: | Attempted murder | Actual crime: | Shown below (possible spoiler) |
| Summary: | A landlady is concerned about her lodger who never leaves his room or shows himself. | ||
- Introduction
-
A landlady comes to Holmes with concerns about her lodger. He pays above the normal rate but, apart from the first evening, never reveals himself or leaves his room. She asks Holmes' advice.
- Actual crime
- Attempted murder
- Explanation (spoiler alert)
-
The occupant was actually a woman who had replaced the man, her husband, and so had to remain hidden. She was hiding from a dangerous man who had fallen in love with her.
- Quotations in this story (0)
-
Quote There are no quotes for this story
- Characters in this story (3)
-
Surname First name Title Gregson Tobias Inspector Holmes Sherlock Watson John Doctor
- Locations in this story (1)
-
Location Town/City County 221b Baker Street London
- Other notes
-
- Keywords
-
Warren Gregson Howe Street Leverton Pinkerton Giuseppe Gorgiano Circle Bloomsbury Gennaro Lucca Castalotte