A review by ririforrealreal
The Word is Murder by Anthony Horowitz

adventurous challenging mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

A wonderful take on the classic Sherlock and Watson relationship. You have your somewhat unlikable Sherlock paired with a relatable Watson character who isn’t necessarily a super lovable person meant to write a book about their “adventures”. Clues are thoughtfully mixed into the story and don’t stick out like a sore thumb. I felt genuinely surprised by the ending in this who-done-it and was excited to read the next book in the series.
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