Readers who enjoy clever mysteries and iconic detectives will be captivated by Holmes, Marple & Poe by James Patterson and Brian Sitts. Fans of Arthur Conan Doyle’s Sherlock Holmes series and Agatha Christie's Miss Marple stories, as well as Edgar Allan Poe's work, will find delight in this literary homage.

Holmes, Marple & Poe by James Patterson and Brian Sitts blends iconic detectives into a modern setting. Readers appreciate the imaginative crossover and engaging plot. Some criticize the pacing and character depths. Overall, it's a creative tribute to classic detective stories, though not without its flaws.

Holmes, Marple & Poe by James Patterson and Brian Sitts follows the thrilling narratives of iconic literary detectives Sherlock Holmes, Miss Marple, and C. Auguste Dupin. The book presents mysteries that challenge each character's intellectual prowess, inviting readers to unravel complex puzzles in distinct, intriguing settings.

**Brendan Holmes**  
A brilliant detective with a sharp sense of smell, often overwhelmed by his own acute senses, leading him to rely on methods to manage this aspect of his life.

**Auguste Poe**  
A charming and thrill-seeking detective who copes with personal loss while maintaining emotional distance from others and is notably more physically engaged in their investigations.

**Margaret Marple**  
An empathetic and socially adept detective with keen observational skills, known for assuming different personas to aid in investigations and maintaining an air of mystery about her identity.

**Detective Lieutenant Helene Grey**  
An NYPD officer initially skeptical of the main characters, but becomes an ally, balancing her respect for procedure with a willingness to bend the rules for a greater good.

**Commissioner Jack Boolin**  
A police commissioner who is wary of private investigators and often finds himself at odds with the main trio due to his adherence to the established structures of policing.

**Mayor Felix Rollins**  
The mayor, involved in a scandal and initially suspected in a murder case, ultimately aligning with other antagonistic forces in the story.

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