statman's review against another edition
4.0
It's been a long time since I read these. I loved them then and even though many years have past, they have not lost their impact. Classic and they have a sense of humor in them that I didn't notice the first time I read them.
divinehealer14's review against another edition
4.0
Sherlock Holmes is one of the most interesting fictional characters ever. Fight me.
I really enjoyed reading all these short stories and learning about one of my favorite (and most iconic) detectives ever penned.
I really think the short stories are better than the novels because they are more concise and exciting and offer less time for long and winding descriptions that Sir Conan Doyle can sometimes indulge in.
That being said, the mysteries are very engaging and the writing is good but I honestly read this book just for Sherlock and his witty observations.
I really enjoyed reading all these short stories and learning about one of my favorite (and most iconic) detectives ever penned.
I really think the short stories are better than the novels because they are more concise and exciting and offer less time for long and winding descriptions that Sir Conan Doyle can sometimes indulge in.
That being said, the mysteries are very engaging and the writing is good but I honestly read this book just for Sherlock and his witty observations.
krimskrams's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
theyre so queer…
laura_jager's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
sumaiyaa's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
informative
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
dutchlee's review against another edition
5.0
I loved reading Sherlock's adventures as told through he eyes of Dr. Watson!
They are intriguing stories, although I certainly did not expect them to be like this. They are short stories and I mean extremely short, about 25 pages in length, and have been quickly and masterfully solved by Holmes. This was a surprise to me as mystery stories (in my mind) usually are more complex and take a lot longer to solve. Yet Holmes is a genius with an eye for the little details which reveal far more information, as he tells Watson: "It has long been an axiom of mine that the little things are infinitely the most important;" (39) and referring to Watson's inability to make the same deductions: "You see, but you do not observe. The distinction is clear" (8).
His way of thinking is contagious. I began to pay attention to the little details as well, both in the stories to see if I could figure out the mystery before Holmes and after I put the book down and went about my day. He is an intriguing and peculiar character, whose personalities and idiosyncrasies are slowly disclosed throughout the various short stories. It seems that one of the overarching mysteries of these short stories is figuring out who Sherlock Holmes is. Watson certainly tries to do so as he narrates the book, yet are there parts where he merely "sees" and fails to "observe"? Only the reader who has let Sherlock be their mentor can answer that question.
They are intriguing stories, although I certainly did not expect them to be like this. They are short stories and I mean extremely short, about 25 pages in length, and have been quickly and masterfully solved by Holmes. This was a surprise to me as mystery stories (in my mind) usually are more complex and take a lot longer to solve. Yet Holmes is a genius with an eye for the little details which reveal far more information, as he tells Watson: "It has long been an axiom of mine that the little things are infinitely the most important;" (39) and referring to Watson's inability to make the same deductions: "You see, but you do not observe. The distinction is clear" (8).
His way of thinking is contagious. I began to pay attention to the little details as well, both in the stories to see if I could figure out the mystery before Holmes and after I put the book down and went about my day. He is an intriguing and peculiar character, whose personalities and idiosyncrasies are slowly disclosed throughout the various short stories. It seems that one of the overarching mysteries of these short stories is figuring out who Sherlock Holmes is. Watson certainly tries to do so as he narrates the book, yet are there parts where he merely "sees" and fails to "observe"? Only the reader who has let Sherlock be their mentor can answer that question.
mar_steyn's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
slow-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
5.0
fletchie's review against another edition
4.0
My recommendation is this:
Read this book over a long period of time. One story, every now and then. Otherwise it may become formulaic and, honestly, tedious. Each story has its merit and is engaging on its own, but if you separate them out you will be able to savour them to their maximum potential.
Read this book over a long period of time. One story, every now and then. Otherwise it may become formulaic and, honestly, tedious. Each story has its merit and is engaging on its own, but if you separate them out you will be able to savour them to their maximum potential.
juliastms's review against another edition
5.0
I must say I enjoyed 'The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes' even more than 'The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes'. Especially the addition of his brother Mycroft, the accounts of his first cases and, of course, the events of 'The Final Problem'.
Silver Blaze: ★★★★ / 5
*The Cardboard Box: ★★ / 5
The Yellow Face: ★★★★★ / 5
The Stockbroker's Clerk: ★★★ / 5
The Gloria Scott: ★★★★★ / 5
The Musgrave Ritual: ★★★★★ / 5
The Reigate Squires: ★★★★★ / 5
The Crooked Man: ★★★★ / 5
The Resident Patient: ★★★ / 5
The Greek Interpreter: ★★★★★ / 5
The Naval Treaty: ★★★ / 5
The Final Problem: ★★★★★ / 5
Silver Blaze: ★★★★ / 5
*The Cardboard Box: ★★ / 5
The Yellow Face: ★★★★★ / 5
The Stockbroker's Clerk: ★★★ / 5
The Gloria Scott: ★★★★★ / 5
The Musgrave Ritual: ★★★★★ / 5
The Reigate Squires: ★★★★★ / 5
The Crooked Man: ★★★★ / 5
The Resident Patient: ★★★ / 5
The Greek Interpreter: ★★★★★ / 5
The Naval Treaty: ★★★ / 5
The Final Problem: ★★★★★ / 5