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thebeardedpoet's review against another edition
4.0
A solidly entertaining entry in the Sherlock and Lucy James series.
mad_about_books's review against another edition
5.0
I started reading the stories of Sherlock Holmes as a child. I re-read them again when I was in my teens, and yet again as an adult. I always appreciated the logic and deductions made by Holmes, but it was not until I was an adult that I realized the importance of Dr. John Watson. Without Watson, Sherlock might never have solved a case. What I didn't see in reading the canon was the history concerning the plight of women that, unfortunately, persists until this day. It is the addition of Lucy James to the team of Holmes and Watson that brings the lesser value given women's knowledge and opinions to the fore. Anna Elliot makes this apparent in the subtle way that, in my opinion, only a woman will. Men who completely support the feminist movement may be grumbling at that, but, even as a feminist, I grant that there are differences between the sexes. The canon of Sherlock Holmes may be crime fighting and mystery, but it is also a glimpse into history.
If you've been reading this series in order, you will find that this appears to be the culmination of an international mystery that spans the previous books. As with all things, I am skeptical that this is completely true, but I do hope that the criminals throughout these tales will no longer continue their devious deeds.
Once again the daughter and father team of Anna Elliott & Charles Veley have joined forces to create a seamless accounting from the points of view of both Lucy James and Dr. John Watson. The addition of Detective Constable Jack Kelly and his young sister Becky seem to be permanent presences. They have fit into the narrative quite nicely.
I continue to enjoy these stories and find them most bingeworthy. If you read the blurbs, you know what the relationship between Holmes and Miss James is, but if you don't read them, I continue to encourage the reading of these tales from the first book, THE LAST MORIARTY, to fully appreciate what is happening here.
If you've been reading this series in order, you will find that this appears to be the culmination of an international mystery that spans the previous books. As with all things, I am skeptical that this is completely true, but I do hope that the criminals throughout these tales will no longer continue their devious deeds.
Once again the daughter and father team of Anna Elliott & Charles Veley have joined forces to create a seamless accounting from the points of view of both Lucy James and Dr. John Watson. The addition of Detective Constable Jack Kelly and his young sister Becky seem to be permanent presences. They have fit into the narrative quite nicely.
I continue to enjoy these stories and find them most bingeworthy. If you read the blurbs, you know what the relationship between Holmes and Miss James is, but if you don't read them, I continue to encourage the reading of these tales from the first book, THE LAST MORIARTY, to fully appreciate what is happening here.
cgomen's review
4.0
#32 This one took longer to read because it was a little convoluted. It wrapped up well in the end, but there was a lot going on throughout which was frustrating at times.
claudia_is_reading's review against another edition
5.0
The Jubilee is around the corner and, of course! the Kaiser is willing to use it to try again to cause trouble to the Empire. Add some Fenians to the mix and you'll have a stunning adventure in which all the characters have the opportunity to shine, each of them in their own way. I love that about these stories, the way in which every single character has their strengths and weakness, how human they are. Except for Prince, who is, its name notwithstanding, a true king between his own :P
I really enjoy the way in which all the relationships advance realistically, how Holmes is slowly warming to the idea of having a daughter close by; how Watson embraces the idea and Lucy, who can't make herself call Holmes father, has no issue calling him uncle John; and how reticent is Jack to embark into a romance with Lucy due to the differences in their standings.
The mystery, as always, is great: complex, violent and fast-moving with lots of pieces that will seamlessly fit together at the end.
This is yet another great story in this series, wonderfully narrated by Simon Prebble and Wendy Tremont King.
I really enjoy the way in which all the relationships advance realistically, how Holmes is slowly warming to the idea of having a daughter close by; how Watson embraces the idea and Lucy, who can't make herself call Holmes father, has no issue calling him uncle John; and how reticent is Jack to embark into a romance with Lucy due to the differences in their standings.
The mystery, as always, is great: complex, violent and fast-moving with lots of pieces that will seamlessly fit together at the end.
This is yet another great story in this series, wonderfully narrated by Simon Prebble and Wendy Tremont King.
vesper1931's review
4.0
its, 1897 Queen Victoria's jubilee year and a threat to the celebrations is to be expected, but who from. Holmes is recruited to make sure that the threat goes away. But he needs the help of Dr. Watson and Lucy James.
A very enjoyable story, good rounded characters and a decent mystery. Easily read as a stand-alone story.
A NetGalley Book
A very enjoyable story, good rounded characters and a decent mystery. Easily read as a stand-alone story.
A NetGalley Book
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