SHERLOCK HOLMES: THE SIGN OF THE FOUR

The colorful prose of the Sherlock Holmes tales naturally lends itself to audio, but the BBC and Radio 4 have taken Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's legendary creation a step further. In this segment of a new series of dramatizations, listeners are treated to a full cast of characters, musical accompaniment, and sound effects that elevate the recording to the level of top-notch radio drama. Even more thrilling is this particular story, which has Sherlock bewitched by an enchanting young woman who puts his sleuthing abilities to the test. These classic mysteries don't need much embellishment beyond the original text, but the fine work in this production makes listening a delight. R.A.P. © AudioFile 2000, Portland, Maine [Published: APR/MAY 00]