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4.0 AVERAGE
4.0 AVERAGE
I was familiar with this story, but couldn't recall the details and had never read it. It is the One Book, One Community selection this spring. I enjoyed it and may read the rest of the Sherlock stories.
adventurous
challenging
dark
informative
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
bring back manly men who go into a feverish delirium after receiving mildly shocking news and have to go on a cruise to recover their spirits after a big dog chases them
took away 1 star because there was so little actual Sherlock Holmes and another for the pointless presence of Dr. Watson, who I guess just exists so the audience knows that Holmes is, like, really really smart and really really clever
took away 1 star because there was so little actual Sherlock Holmes and another for the pointless presence of Dr. Watson, who I guess just exists so the audience knows that Holmes is, like, really really smart and really really clever
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
A gripping read like few books have been. The best Sherlock Holmes case and one of the best pieces of British literature ever.
adventurous
dark
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
tense
medium-paced
Advance copy provided for review by publisher through Net Galley.
I already know students I am excited to recommend this title to. Hounds of the Baskervilles is a great text to begin with. The graphic novel format helps to make it more accessible. It is an easy enough read for young readers, but engaging enough for readers of all ages. Understand that it is not the original text, but I feel that very little was lost in the adaptation.
Color images would have been nice, but on the other hand, I appreciate that the black and white approach keeps the cost down. Graphic Novels can be pricey, and this one is incredibly affordable. Some of the pages/frame seem a little text heavy, especially when a scene is primarily dialog or monologue. That is a challenge that comes with this text in particular. However, these pages are alternated nicely, with some full page panels.
I already know students I am excited to recommend this title to. Hounds of the Baskervilles is a great text to begin with. The graphic novel format helps to make it more accessible. It is an easy enough read for young readers, but engaging enough for readers of all ages. Understand that it is not the original text, but I feel that very little was lost in the adaptation.
Color images would have been nice, but on the other hand, I appreciate that the black and white approach keeps the cost down. Graphic Novels can be pricey, and this one is incredibly affordable. Some of the pages/frame seem a little text heavy, especially when a scene is primarily dialog or monologue. That is a challenge that comes with this text in particular. However, these pages are alternated nicely, with some full page panels.
This book really deserves its own fame. The best Sherlock I have read so far. I'd give it 4,5 - not 5, on account of the last chapter, which reveals all the clues you could have picked up on already. Very Sherlock, but the reader isn't stupid.
Updated re-read review from 2017 at Brunner's Bookshelf
This is one of my favorite Sherlock Holmes stories. It is full of suspense, intrigue, and action. I have enjoyed every one of Conan Doyle’s Holmes stories, but like anything else I have my favorites.
For its time I can completely agree that this had to be one of the most terrifying books written. In today’s environment where we all seem to be desensitized to a classic ghost story one might not enjoy this if they are expecting to have to sleep with the light on. Still, it has a great deal of thrills that had me on the edge of my seat. In this book Sherlock is called upon to investigate the strange death of Sir Charles Baskerville. The death is blamed on a family curse claiming a giant hell hound is the attacker. Busy with another case Sherlock sends Watson on ahead of him to begin gathering information. I really liked this aspect of the story. It was nice to see Watson shine for a bit instead of being complimented and then criticized by Holmes for every decision he makes.
This is certainly a classic and one I know I will read over and over again. Some parts of the story were a bit predictable, but it was still very enjoyable. I highly recommend this to any reader; I feel it should be one everyone reads at some point in their lives. For those who are fans of classic novels, or mystery, I would wonder why you haven’t read this already.
This is one of my favorite Sherlock Holmes stories. It is full of suspense, intrigue, and action. I have enjoyed every one of Conan Doyle’s Holmes stories, but like anything else I have my favorites.
For its time I can completely agree that this had to be one of the most terrifying books written. In today’s environment where we all seem to be desensitized to a classic ghost story one might not enjoy this if they are expecting to have to sleep with the light on. Still, it has a great deal of thrills that had me on the edge of my seat. In this book Sherlock is called upon to investigate the strange death of Sir Charles Baskerville. The death is blamed on a family curse claiming a giant hell hound is the attacker. Busy with another case Sherlock sends Watson on ahead of him to begin gathering information. I really liked this aspect of the story. It was nice to see Watson shine for a bit instead of being complimented and then criticized by Holmes for every decision he makes.
This is certainly a classic and one I know I will read over and over again. Some parts of the story were a bit predictable, but it was still very enjoyable. I highly recommend this to any reader; I feel it should be one everyone reads at some point in their lives. For those who are fans of classic novels, or mystery, I would wonder why you haven’t read this already.
Great book. It would have gotten 5 stars if it wasn't for the bad representation of dogs. (All dogs are good dogs)