'The Ardlamont Mystery' which was the original title given to this book describes more accurately the actual content. As a Victorian true life mystery and subsequent trial, it was very informative. However, filled out with some unesscesary trivialities which didn't relate to Ardlamont Ithe book became quite boring in places. The prominence given to Sherlock Holmes on the cover I expect, is to attract his fans who may be disappointed in this book