aylaaune's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
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? It's complicated
4.5
endless_waffles's review
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Re-read
I can see why people don't like the 2nd half but ngl I was just as invested as I was in the 1st half, although there are better stories later on in the series, I really love how it introduces Sherlock Holmes and Watson's relationship with him plus his making fun of Gregson and Lestrade is a funny highlight that isn't featured as much in the later ones
I can see why people don't like the 2nd half but ngl I was just as invested as I was in the 1st half
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and it provides the needed backstory for the murdererthecaptain's review against another edition
3.0
Almost like two narratives in one somehow. As far as I can recall, though.
liatrek's review against another edition
5.0
I’m a huge fan of Sherlock movies and TV show. So, reading this was an absolute delight. I loved seeing the similarities between a study in pink which was the first episode of the Sherlock Holmes TV show and this book. The backstory of the murder was a nice surprise. I’m really looking forward to reading more of the stories.
jamie_o's review against another edition
3.0
I've finally read a Sherlock Holmes book and it was pleasant. Sherlock is an intriguingly quirky character.
The book chronicles how Holmes and Dr. Watson meet through a mutual acquaintance and become house mates. Watson, recently back from war in Afghanistan, is fascinated with Sherlock Holmes and tags along as the latter is investigating a crime. He likens Holmes to a "well-trained foxhound" on a crime scene. Sherlock's good old-fashioned deduction skills are top-notch.
The first half of the book is basically the two men meeting,Sherlock on the crime scene, and his sharing his powers of observation with Watson. The second half completely took me by surprise as it jumps to Utah, yes Utah, (from London) with unfamiliar characters. I kept waiting for Sherlock to show up on the scene. But no, it's the backstory of those involved in the murder. I actually really enjoyed it as it gives the first half better context. It's an unflattering portrayal of Mormons and Brigham Young. Downright creepy, in fact. Some of the negative facets of Mormonism depicted are common knowledge, but it left me wondering how much is true?
In the end we jump back to London for closure to the story. I listened to the audiobook narrated by David Clarke. His British attempt at the American southwestern accent humored me.
The book chronicles how Holmes and Dr. Watson meet through a mutual acquaintance and become house mates. Watson, recently back from war in Afghanistan, is fascinated with Sherlock Holmes and tags along as the latter is investigating a crime. He likens Holmes to a "well-trained foxhound" on a crime scene. Sherlock's good old-fashioned deduction skills are top-notch.
The first half of the book is basically the two men meeting,Sherlock on the crime scene, and his sharing his powers of observation with Watson. The second half completely took me by surprise as it jumps to Utah, yes Utah, (from London) with unfamiliar characters. I kept waiting for Sherlock to show up on the scene. But no, it's the backstory of those involved in the murder. I actually really enjoyed it as it gives the first half better context. It's an unflattering portrayal of Mormons and Brigham Young. Downright creepy, in fact. Some of the negative facets of Mormonism depicted are common knowledge, but it left me wondering how much is true?
In the end we jump back to London for closure to the story. I listened to the audiobook narrated by David Clarke. His British attempt at the American southwestern accent humored me.
lyssie03's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Diverse cast of characters? No
3.0
deadea's review against another edition
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Diverse cast of characters? No
3.5
2023alina's review against another edition
3.0
“It's quite exciting," said Sherlock Holmes, with a yawn.”
a study in scarlet more like dr. watson roasting sherlock holmes
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“Dr. Watson's summary list of Sherlock Holmes's strengths and weaknesses:"1. Knowledge of Literature: Nil.
2. Knowledge of Philosophy: Nil.
3. Knowledge of Astronomy: Nil.
4. Knowledge of Politics: Feeble.”
sherlock holmes roasting the police
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“One other thing, Lestrade,” he added, turning round at the door: “‘Rache,’ is the German for ‘revenge;’ so don't lose your time looking for Miss Rachel.” With which Parthian shot he walked away, leaving the two rivals open-mouthed behind him.”and......mormons??