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Hero archetypes
Protagonist archetypes
Synopsis
When Mycroft Holmes is murdered in London, it is up to retired shadow executive Smith to track down his killer--and stumble on the greatest conspiracy of his life. Strange forces are stirring into life around the globe, and in the shadow game of spies nothing is certain.
Is The Great Game appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
This steampunk spy thriller features the murder of Mycroft Holmes and a retired operative hunting the killer through a global conspiracy. Expect strong violence typical of espionage thrillers, complex plotting, and mature themes about the shadow world of intelligence operations.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, mild sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include murder, death, and violence.
Who'll love this
Teens who love Sherlock Holmes adaptations, alternate history, and spy thrillers will be drawn to this mystery where a shadow operative must uncover who killed Mycroft Holmes.