The Light Upon the Moor [Second Report of Dr. Watson] Watson's dispatches to Holmes reveal more details as he deepens his involvement in the lives of the characters on the moor. Sir Henry and Miss Stapleton's relationship hits an obstacle, and the truth of the butler Barrymore's suspicious behavior is revealed. Moreover, Watson spots another shadowy figure, and the howl of the hound still haunts the moor. The truth of the Baskerville murder still seems out of reach, but Watson is confident...

First Report of Dr. Watson Watson's investigations into the mysteries of the moor continue, and we receive the first of his dispatches to Holmes to relay his findings. Barrymore the butler is still suspicious, and meanwhile there may be a romance brewing between Sir Henry Baskerville and the beautiful Miss Beryl Stapleton. And old Mr. Frankland of Lafter Hall is a litigious fellow who offers them all some much-needed comic relief. Watson is learning the ins and outs of life on the moor, and...

The Stapletons of Merripit House It's a new day on the moor and Watson sets off to learn more about the characters that inhabit it. First he's off to Grimpen, where he learns that not all is as it seems with Barrymore, the butler at Baskerville Hall. As he continues on his journey, he meets Stapleton, a naturalist who resides nearby at Merripit House. While Stapleton is suspicious, Watson is more concerned with the warning he receives from Stapleton's sister - one that is vehement, yet...

Baskerville Hall Our story shifts from London to Devon, as Watson accompanies Dr. Mortimer and Sir Henry Baskerville to Baskerville Hall. The moor is ominous, and it is not helped by the fact that an escaped murderer may be on the loose. Holmes has tasked Watson with gathering information on the neighbors and other characters who live on the moor, with the hopes that one of them may lead to the truth about Sir Charles's death. As Watson sets off on his journey, let it carry you away into an...

Three Broken Threads Sherlock Holmes has three leads on the Baskerville case, and he is confident that one will show him the right path to follow to learn the truth. But over the course of the evening, each of Holmes's threads gets broken - from the cutout of the Times, to the mysterious man in the cab, to the cab driver himself. None are able to give him the information he dearly needs. That means that it is up to Dr. Watson, who is set to accompany Sir Henry Baskerville up to Devonshire to...

Sir Henry Baskerville The heir to Baskerville Hall, Sir Henry Baskerville, has arrived at Baker Street and quickly realizes he's gotten into a situation that is more than he bargained for. A mysterious note and a missing boot already indicate that something sinister is afoot. Luckily Holmes is on the case, and even though his attempt to catch the man who's following Baskerville is thwarted, he has several threads he can follow to hopefully lead him to the truth. As the investigation begins,...

The Problem More details are revealed about the death at Baskerville Hall and the mysterious creature that seems to be associated with it. Holmes is already forming theories, but the more immediate question is what to do about the heir to Baskerville Hall, Sir Henry, who is arriving in London any minute. Holmes needs to sleep on it to get his thoughts in order before he decides what to do, and as he ponders, let it help you get your own good night's sleep as tonight's story carries you off...

The Curse of the Baskervilles Holmes and Watson's new client, Dr. James Mortimer, has brought them a tantalizing new case, the murder of Sir Charles Baskerville. They learn of the ancient Baskerville family curse, involving an otherworldly hound that haunts the moors near Baskerville Hall. Though the police inquest into Sir Charles's death did not suggest foul play, there was one crucial fact missing - that next to his body were found the footprints of a giant hound. There's more to this...

Mr. Sherlock Holmes The excitement never stops for Holmes and Watson, as this week they begin a brand new case. It all starts with a walking stick, left by a new client the night before. Watson attempts to deduce who the client may be, but it seems like Watson is better as an inspiration for deduction rather than the deducer himself, as his suppositions are almost entirely wrong. Just as Holmes is concluding his thoughts, the client himself appears - a Dr. James Mortimer, whose errand is as...

The Strange Story of Jonathan Small The saga finally reaches its end, as Jonathan Small reveals the connections to Morstan, Sholto, and the elusive treasure. It's a winding tale that spans multiple decades and continents, all leading up to this final night on Baker Street. At last, Holmes and Watson can put this case to bed, and as they do, let the final conclusion put you to bed as you drift off into a night of deep and peaceful sleep. ----- Welcome to the Sherlock Holmes Bedtime...

The Strange Story of Jonathan Small With Jonathan Small in custody, the truth of the story of the treasure and the Sign of the Four will finally come to light. Small's story takes us back to India; how he lost his leg, how he met the compatriots that would become the Four, and most importantly, how they acquired the treasure. The tale is full of twists and turns, and let them take your mind away on its own journey into relaxing and restorative sleep. ----- Welcome to the Sherlock Holmes...

The Great Agra Treasure Holmes and Watson have finally caught their culprit and their treasure, and the case is nearing its end. But first, Watson has to return the treasure to Miss Mary Morstan. In the process, Watson and Miss Morstan may just acquire their own treasure of a different sort. As our story comes closer to its conclusion, let it carry you away into another night of rest and relaxation. ----- Welcome to the Sherlock Holmes Bedtime Stories podcast. Each episode is a section...

The End of the Islander The investigation heightens as Holmes, Watson and Athelney Jones of Scotland Yard make their way to the Thames to find their suspect. Will the police steam launch be fast enough to catch the killers? And will our protagonists make it out alive? The chase is on, and we are closing in on the truth. Let the excitement of Holmes and Watson's night on the Thames help you forget your day, relax, and drift off into deep and restful sleep. ----- Welcome to the Sherlock...

A Break in the Chain The search for the murderer continues, and Holmes pursues every option available to catch the killers. A day spent on the Thames with a clever disguise finally leads him to a potential break. All that's left is getting Scotland Yard's support with a speedy riverboat and police backup to chase down the suspects. As our case enters its final act, let it help you close your day and drift off into a night of restorative and peaceful sleep. ----- Welcome to the Sherlock...

The Baker Street Irregulars Holmes and Watson track down their suspects to a steam launch on the Thames, but the boat has gone missing and the trail is cold from there. Luckily, Holmes's network of street children, the Baker Street Irregulars are on the case. The truth is slowly becoming clearer, as long as Holmes and Watson can get evidence to bring the culprits down in time. As their search continues, let it take your mind away into another night of soft and restful sleep. ----- Welcome...

The Episode of the Barrel As they await the arrival of the police, Holmes and Watson begin their investigation into the murder of Bartholomew Sholto. Clues abound at the scene of the crime, and they are quickly able to deduce how the murderer entered (the roof), and the murder weapon (a poisoned thorn). They are even able to determine important identifying characteristics of the murderer. With their deductions in hand, Holmes and Watson are ready to set off to catch their suspect. Join them...

Sherlock Holmes Gives a Demonstration As they await the arrival of the police, Holmes and Watson begin their investigation into the murder of Bartholomew Sholto. Clues abound at the scene of the crime, and they are quickly able to deduce how the murderer entered (the roof), and the murder weapon (a poisoned thorn). They are even able to determine important identifying characteristics of the murderer. With their deductions in hand, Holmes and Watson are ready to set off to catch their...

The Tragedy of Pondicherry Lodge Our protagonists reach Pondicherry Lodge, only to be greeted by a tragedy. Bartholomew Sholto is dead, and the treasure is nowhere to be found. All that remains is a note with the message, "The Sign of the Four." Everything seems to be shrouded in chaos and mystery, but if there's one person who can make sense of it all, it's Sherlock Holmes. So snuggle up under the covers and settle in with tonight's story, as it helps you find your way into another night of...

The Story of the Bald-Headed Man The mysterious man is Thaddeus Sholto, and he does indeed have answers - some, but not all. Holmes, Watson, and Miss Morstan are enraptured by his story of treasure, taken from India and hidden somewhere in London. Sholto and his twin brother Bartholomew have found the treasure, and Miss Morstan stands to inherit it all. All they have to do is head to Pondicherry Lodge and claim it, and then Mary Morstan will be one of the richest heiresses in England. It is...

In Quest of a Solution The case kicks into gear, as Holmes, Watson, and Mary Morstan head to the Lyceum Theatre to meet their mysterious correspondent. They are shuttled away from the city center to an unknown location, which only Holmes is able to track. And at the end of their journey they are greeted by a strange man who promises to provide answers. As the plot thickens, let it help your eyes become heavy and your mind become relaxed, and take you into a night of quiet and sound...

The Statement of the Case Holmes and Watson meet Mary Morstan and learn the facts of her case. Ten years ago, after returning from a posting in India, her father disappeared. Six years ago, she started receiving expensive pearls in the post. And this morning, she received an anonymous invitation to meet an unknown friend in London. Before long, Holmes and Watson have arranged to go with her to this meeting and help her uncover the truth. (It doesn't hurt that Watson finds Miss Morstan quite...

The Science of Deduction After all the excitement of the previous case, we rejoin Holmes and Watson...and they are bored out of their minds. There's a lull in new cases, and Holmes is aching for a new puzzle to stimulate his mind. Luckily for him, he doesn't need to rely on substances too much longer because Mary Morstan has showed up on his doorstep, with a new mystery for him to unravel. So snuggle up under the covers and settle in for a new adventure as tonight's story takes you on a...

The Trapping of Birdy Edwards The tale of the Scowrers comes to its conclusion as the identity of Pinkerton detective Birdy Edwards is revealed, and justice is served. The epilogue brings us back to Holmes, Watson, the mystery of Birlstone, and the dark and mysterious forces lurking just beneath the surface. As our case finally reaches its end, let it help you end your day and fall into another night of peaceful slumber. ----- Welcome to the Sherlock Holmes Bedtime Stories podcast. Each...