Scan barcode
jenny_librarian's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.0
As an anthology of less known Sherlock Holmes stories, this is a pretty solid one. I enjoyed most of it, even considering the racism and sexism in some stories. It is a product of its time, after all.
I would say my favourite was the first story, A Scandal in Bohemia. It is famously one of the few adventures where Holmes is beaten by someone smarter than him. It also contains one of the clearer descriptions of Holmes being aroace.
The latter stories were a bit boring, but since it’s Holmes they still have merit.
I would say my favourite was the first story, A Scandal in Bohemia. It is famously one of the few adventures where Holmes is beaten by someone smarter than him. It also contains one of the clearer descriptions of Holmes being aroace.
The latter stories were a bit boring, but since it’s Holmes they still have merit.
Content Warnings
Minor: Murder, Racism, and Sexism
samreadssometimes's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Overall I liked it and I was able to guess some of them (the last two). It was an enjoyable read, but I wasn't that attached to the characters or world, but I don't think that's the point of the book.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Racism, Ableism, and Misogyny
anniereads221's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
mysterious
fast-paced
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Addiction, Confinement, Death, Drug abuse, Drug use, Murder, Racism, Sexism, Torture, Violence, and Xenophobia
More...