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bookrebl23's review
adventurous
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
dinnureads's review
5.0
I received a copy of this graphic novel through Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
I like Enola Holmes mysteries and this graphic novel was just the thing for me. It is pretty accurately based on the first three books and is in no way been affected by the movie which is different from the original story, although it’s not in any way a bad thing, as it was in fact quite a good movie!
I like Enola Holmes mysteries and this graphic novel was just the thing for me. It is pretty accurately based on the first three books and is in no way been affected by the movie which is different from the original story, although it’s not in any way a bad thing, as it was in fact quite a good movie!
alex_in_wonderland25's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
illstoptheworldandreadwithyou's review
5.0
Thank you to Andrews McMeel Publishing and NetGalley for a copy of the book in exchange for my honest review.
This is a great early introduction to Sherlock Holmes for middle grade readers.
The stories and illustrations are engaging. My middle grade daughter and I had fun deciphering the clues and solving the mysteries alongside Enola. Enola is clever and intuitive. She sets a good example for being independent, trusting yourself and your instincts, and getting creative in problem-solving.
The illustrations bring the setting and atmosphere of 1880s England to life for young readers. My daughter loves the style of the illustrations and wants to emulate them.
For those with kids on the younger end of the recommended age group, be aware that there are attempts on Enola’s life in the book, someone being institutionalized, a murder, and a Jack the Ripper reference.
This is a great early introduction to Sherlock Holmes for middle grade readers.
The stories and illustrations are engaging. My middle grade daughter and I had fun deciphering the clues and solving the mysteries alongside Enola. Enola is clever and intuitive. She sets a good example for being independent, trusting yourself and your instincts, and getting creative in problem-solving.
The illustrations bring the setting and atmosphere of 1880s England to life for young readers. My daughter loves the style of the illustrations and wants to emulate them.
For those with kids on the younger end of the recommended age group, be aware that there are attempts on Enola’s life in the book, someone being institutionalized, a murder, and a Jack the Ripper reference.
cperko's review
4.0
This was better than the novels because it takes on the charcter more of enola from the netflix movies than from the original novels.
thenextgenlibrarian's review
3.0
I really liked the watercolor graphics and the way it’s storyboarded on the pages. However I wonder how much our students will relate to it since it’s in the past, but the Netflix series might encourage some to pick it up. I like how snarky and bright Enola is as well.
ewg109's review
4.0
A great choice for mystery lovers looking for strong female heroine. Completely implausible but so is Sherlock. Love the art.
aimeembs's review
4.0
The art in the three stories is just amazing. All three “episodes” are fun and engaging. I cannot wait for more!
agoldendear's review
3.0
The art is very pretty. I would pick up this book just to look at the art.
The story wasn’t my perfect match, but the mysteries were compelling enough. I like the concept of a girl fighting for her independence and solving mysteries.
I have seen the movie, and I liked the graphic novel better. (I haven’t read the novels.) I like how the focus so far has been on Enola’s relationships with her family rather than the romance that was in the movie.
The story wasn’t my perfect match, but the mysteries were compelling enough. I like the concept of a girl fighting for her independence and solving mysteries.
I have seen the movie, and I liked the graphic novel better. (I haven’t read the novels.) I like how the focus so far has been on Enola’s relationships with her family rather than the romance that was in the movie.