A Sherlock Holmes Escape Book: The Adventure of the Two Flying Scotsmen

Dive into the thrilling world of The Adventure of the Two Flying Scotsmen, the fifth instalment in the ingenious Sherlock Holmes Escape Books series. This gripping adventure blends escape room challenges, intricate puzzles, and a captivating story that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. In this latest escapade, Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson find themselves on a high-stakes journey aboard the Flying Scotsman, heading towards Edinburgh under the mistaken belief that their presence is needed to thwart a plot against the Queen.

As the train speeds towards its destination, readers are thrust into a web of intrigue where the real danger lies in a plot to rig a rail race between two Flying Scotsmen. With the Queen's son, Bertie, having unwittingly funded a group of unsavoury characters connected to the socialite Daisy Greville—Bertie's secret lover—the stakes are high. As Sherlock is trapped on one train and the gang sabotages the other, it is up to readers to solve challenging puzzles and navigate through riddles, logic problems, timed challenges, mathematical brainteasers, maps, and mazes.

Featuring 55 black-and-white illustrations that bring the story to life, this book demands keen observation and sharp intellect. Readers must unravel the mystery before the trains reach York and ensure the royal scandal is contained. With the reputation of the monarchy hanging in the balance, the race against time is on. Will Sherlock Holmes and his readers manage to save the day, or will both the train and the royal reputation face a catastrophic derailment?