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3.92 AVERAGE
3.92 AVERAGE
The change from Watson’s perspective to the backstory of why the murderer commit the murder was such a drastic change in engagement. I got so bored. From this account, we are able to see Watson’s perspective of being mesmerised by Sherlock.
adventurous
challenging
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
I'll always love Sherlock Holmes it's always amazing!!
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
adventurous
dark
emotional
informative
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual violence, Death of parent
Primo romanzo di C. Doyle dedicato al celebre investigatore. Per quanto la trama della vicenda risulta di intrattenimento (e a tratti intrigante) mi è risultato slegato, poco coeso. Dato che ho letto già altri racconti di Sherlock e altri due romanzi... è probabile che con questa prima opera il giovane autore iniziava a ricercare il suo stile.
"Populus me sibilat, at mihi plaudo. Ipse domi stimul ac nummos contemplar in arca."
A very good introduction to Sherlock Holmes.
Though, I was slightly confused when I started reading Part 2 of the book. Everything shifted from London to Nevada (correct me if I'm wrong, I'm terrible at remembering places in books). But, after Drebber and Stangerson were mentioned, I was able to understand that it was a account told in Jefferson's perspective.
My favourite part will always be Holmes explaining how he managed to produce his deductions at the end of the book.
Though, I was slightly confused when I started reading Part 2 of the book. Everything shifted from London to Nevada (correct me if I'm wrong, I'm terrible at remembering places in books). But, after Drebber and Stangerson were mentioned, I was able to understand that it was a account told in Jefferson's perspective.
My favourite part will always be Holmes explaining how he managed to produce his deductions at the end of the book.
Originally read - 2009
Audiobook - 2016
Audiobook - 2017
Audiobook - 2019
The meeting of Sherlock and Watson stands as one of the most momentous occasions in modern literature. Both the quality of writing and the impressively compelling story-telling are instructive in the future success the pair would continue to see.
It is interesting to read Holmes in order of publication now and recognize that, starting with Scarlet and then The Sign Of Four, Conan-Doyle originally relied heavily on a method of including both Sherlock's conclusions and an in-depth back story as a sort of two-for-one novel, mystery and romance double feature. It obviously worked out quite well, although, for my part, I prefer slightly the shorter works.
Audiobook - 2016
Audiobook - 2017
Audiobook - 2019
The meeting of Sherlock and Watson stands as one of the most momentous occasions in modern literature. Both the quality of writing and the impressively compelling story-telling are instructive in the future success the pair would continue to see.
It is interesting to read Holmes in order of publication now and recognize that, starting with Scarlet and then The Sign Of Four, Conan-Doyle originally relied heavily on a method of including both Sherlock's conclusions and an in-depth back story as a sort of two-for-one novel, mystery and romance double feature. It obviously worked out quite well, although, for my part, I prefer slightly the shorter works.
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated