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pvbobrien's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
slow-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? Yes
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gore
Moderate: Murder, Misogyny, Blood, Antisemitism, Injury/Injury detail, Death, Kidnapping, Medical content, Racism, Racial slurs, and Violence
Minor: Animal death, Domestic abuse, Incest, Rape, War, Acephobia/Arophobia, Body horror, Cannibalism, Infertility, Misogyny, and Suicidal thoughts
caramisha's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
reflective
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.0
This is a modified Sherlock Holmes wingfic. Nowhere else have I heard the word “mantled” so often.
Now, with that understanding… The Angel of the Crows retells a number of Sherlock Holmes stories, interspersed with the investigation into the Jack the Ripper killings. It’s told from the perspective of Dr. J. H. Doyle who has returned to England after being wounded in Afghanistan. I’m not familiar enough with the original Holmes stories to know how similar Addison’s retellings are. Crow, our angelic detective, cannot leave London, which changes how a few of the stories go.
There are angels, demons, vampires, werewolves, hell-hounds. It makes for a very interesting setting: Industrial Revolution Urban Fantasy. I really liked how Addison wrote the otherworldly beings; they each have their own unique cultures. I almost wish that the book had been more about the otherworldly creatures though. I kept expecting Crow would come close to Falling, given how often it was brought up.
I liked Doyle and Crow. They looked at each other and went “you’re the only person who can stand me” and I appreciate that.
Overall, I enjoyed it! If you’re in the mood for a unique Sherlock Holmes retelling, check it out.
Content Warnings
Minor: Rape, Suicidal thoughts, and War
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