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humatariq's review
4.0
This one had quite an intriguing name, but perhaps one of the last ones that I read. Don't remember much about this one except that it wasn't quite of the same pedigree as [b:The Hound of the Baskervilles|8921|The Hound of the Baskervilles (Sherlock Holmes, #5)|Arthur Conan Doyle|https://d202m5krfqbpi5.cloudfront.net/books/1355929358s/8921.jpg|3311984].
rashthedoctor's review against another edition
3.75
This was a typical Holmes book, and ideally I think this was supposed to be book number 3 or 4 , before the final battle with Dr Moriarty .
WHAT I LIKED :
The first few chapters exclusively depicted the talents of Holmes , starting with him deciphering a letter without cipher and things just went on to become more interesting with the way Holmes treated the various mysteries .
One of my biggest plus for this book is the fact that Holmes negative characteristics attributes were hidden in this book , we never witnessed him indulging in drugs or trying to appear as an arrogant know-it-all .
WHAT I DIDNT LIKE :
While the set up for the plot was splendid , the mystery was east to decipher and it became a predictable affair .
Also , just like in a study in scarlet we had to read a part 2 where the accused narrated his ordeal prior to the actual event of the book . This was a dull read , predictable and honestly made me lack any excitement .
CONCLUSION:
This was one of the better books in the Holmes series , showcasing everything that's good with the lead character as well as showing a good mystery for readers to unravel
WHAT I LIKED :
The first few chapters exclusively depicted the talents of Holmes , starting with him deciphering a letter without cipher and things just went on to become more interesting with the way Holmes treated the various mysteries .
One of my biggest plus for this book is the fact that Holmes negative characteristics attributes were hidden in this book , we never witnessed him indulging in drugs or trying to appear as an arrogant know-it-all .
WHAT I DIDNT LIKE :
While the set up for the plot was splendid , the mystery was east to decipher and it became a predictable affair .
Also , just like in a study in scarlet we had to read a part 2 where the accused narrated his ordeal prior to the actual event of the book . This was a dull read , predictable and honestly made me lack any excitement .
CONCLUSION:
This was one of the better books in the Holmes series , showcasing everything that's good with the lead character as well as showing a good mystery for readers to unravel
alreadyemily's review against another edition
4.0
Hands down the Sherlock Holmes I've enjoyed the most.
smunro's review against another edition
mysterious
slow-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
3.75
ssickmorgan's review against another edition
adventurous
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? No
3.5
naomi_e_'s review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
laurathompson's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
emily_gaynier's review against another edition
3.0
More like a 3.5
I'm more of a fan of the Sherlock Holmes short stories
A few very solid twists though
I'm more of a fan of the Sherlock Holmes short stories
A few very solid twists though
angevba's review against another edition
4.0
4.5
Nuevamente me encuentro frente a otra gran obra de Arthur Conan Doyle. Definitivamente se nota la mejora en la narrativa del autor en esta novela, y es algo que en lo personal aprecio muchísimo.
Sherlock Holmes definitivamente siempre cumple, y asegura tener una lectura entretenida y emocionante.
La primera parte de este libro fue, en mi opinión, muy bien ejecutada, sorprendiendome de inicio a fin. Sin embargo, la segunda parte se me hizo bastante lenta (lo cual creo que es obvio, debido a que ya se resolvió la principal parte de la trama), pienso que pudo haber sido mucho más corta y concisa.
En general disfruto cada libro de Sherlock Holmes más que el anterior, MUY RECOMENDADOS.
Nuevamente me encuentro frente a otra gran obra de Arthur Conan Doyle. Definitivamente se nota la mejora en la narrativa del autor en esta novela, y es algo que en lo personal aprecio muchísimo.
Sherlock Holmes definitivamente siempre cumple, y asegura tener una lectura entretenida y emocionante.
La primera parte de este libro fue, en mi opinión, muy bien ejecutada, sorprendiendome de inicio a fin. Sin embargo, la segunda parte se me hizo bastante lenta (lo cual creo que es obvio, debido a que ya se resolvió la principal parte de la trama), pienso que pudo haber sido mucho más corta y concisa.
En general disfruto cada libro de Sherlock Holmes más que el anterior, MUY RECOMENDADOS.
introverted_unicorn's review against another edition
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
I don’t like to read about gang related stuff