The little girls obliviousness to the negative feelings and dealings of the adults around her, and of society around that. The wife’s love, The fathers nature, the rude woman’s obvious selflessness, Holmes’ humbling, Watsons fond memory, the happiness of the reader and ACD’s quality. All revealed to us in one sublime scene like a maestro pulling the cover from his masterpiece. Truly wonderful.

"Save for the occasional use of cocaine he had no vices"

I nearly spit my tea out laughing

This is by far my favorite Sherlock Holmes story.
In a way, almost meta, brilliant in how it sort of subverts the very genre of Sherlock Holmes stories.

It pretends to be a mystery, a detective story, but it is in no way. It is a story about relationships, about love, about trust. And it is a beautiful, wonderful such. Absolutely crushes most romance stories. Brings and honest tear to my eye.

Sherlock, with his big brain, makes an absolute ass out of himself, while the hero of the story is an otherwise unremarkable man, who simply has a big heart.

The closing remark, where Sherlock goes: "Man, I've done fucked up", is absolutely brilliant.

This story is so reminiscent of many family dynamics both then and now. I'm truly delighted in how love and humanity won out in the end. 👍🏾

Does anyone else listen to these before bed ?  🤔🎧😴

OK, WOW. First, I was intrigued, then FULLY engrossed, then suspicious, then on edge a little, then creepied out, then slightly panicked while in anxious anticipation, then so warmed—almost touched—by the ending Doyle gave this piece (especially considering it was written in 1893), and finally, I was in such humorous delight with the story’s final words.

My GOSH. I cannot remember the last time I was so whiplashed yet engaged in a story, let alone such an intelligently written one. The quality of Doyle just exceeds all expectation. Not only is his skill in detailing each moment of the highest caliber, but one of the things that particularly impressed me with this story is how he did not use cliche, violent, sexual, or just dark themes/events in this story crafting a plot that would engage mature audiences.

Today, using the word “adult” or “mature” to describe film, literature,  and other means of entertainment is synonymous with “including themes inappropriate for children (explicit language, sexual themes, violence themes, and/or other dark themes such as excessive drugs use)” Doyle is truly one of the very, very few out there who has been able to effectively challenge that stereotype. It’s pieces like this that show that what sells in mature entertainment today is cheap. That the essence of what adults look for (without awareness) in entertainment is to be treated as intelligent beings. With the right vision and storytelling capabilities, anyone can tell an exciting story through speech, film, theatre, etc… that can unify individuals regardless of their differences, and leave them feeling the exhilaration of a gripping tale and the satisfaction that comes hearing the messages that make us believe in the best of humanity and make us want to be the very best version of ourselves we can be.

God bless you Arthur Conan Doyle. Your work continue inspire creators across artistic disciplines.

I never like videos, but I liked this one;)

I think Greg was smiling from the big reveal to the end as he narrated.The love and emotion that comes from greg's voice in the last few lines was absolutely ethereal and divine.

This is one of the most beautiful ending to a Sherlock Holmes story, even though it is one of his failures.

By far the sweetest Sherlock Holmes story ever written.

"Other than the use of cocaine, he had no bad habits."  Other than smoking like a fiend.

A young man some years above 30 you say? How times have changed.

Never have thought The Yellow Face to have such a touching ending as it does. It's fascinating!

I did not know that Holmes's violin was a Stratovarius, until listening to this recording. Thank you Greg for your excellent readings.

This is the first time that I have come across this Sherlock Holmes story.  I do not believe that it was ever filmed.

Wonderful story! I remember reading this a few years ago, and feeling thankful at how much society has progressed over time! We can learn a lot from Victorian literature (while also being thoroughly entertained).

This story is one of the most wholesome and sweet he ever wrote but still so suspenseful. Consequently it’s one of my favourites.

this is one of my favorite stories. that the girl laughs when Holmes slips the mask off is just precious. and the way the husband responds is beautiful. 🧚🏻‍♂️🧚🏾‍♀️

After listening to this channel for a week, I have come to regard Greg Wagland as the quintessential Holmes! I have read these stories many times over since my youth. And have come to enjoy these audio books very much.
Thank you to all who have made these Conan Dolye stories available in this format. You've done a remarkable job and a great service to the legion of Sherlock Holmes fans from across the planet.
Cheers!

To the people that disliked, TRY READING FOR 40 MINUTES AND HARDLY TAKING A SECOND TO BREATHE!!


READ IT OUT LOUD WHILE YOU’RE AT IT, EH?!

🇨🇦 I listen repeatedly to the buildup-climax, eyes always floating. Exquisitely sensitive, no word wasted, best-of-British discreet ... and so topical now, a century-plus later