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The Complete Sherlock Holmes, Volume II (Barnes & Noble Classics Series) by Arthur Conan Doyle
pomegranatesandice's review against another edition
3.0
i liked these better than the other ones methinks. stories were still pretty hit or miss though. just less misses this time.
(3.5)
(3.5)
simon326's review against another edition
adventurous
inspiring
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
The collection is complete. Including Holme's greatest endeavour "The Hound of the Baskervilles" and his final adventures in "His Last Bow" this book contains some of the finest detective fiction ever written. I think we can all be inspired by Holme's logical, methodical way of thinking and his generally kind heart, despite his somewhat eccentric nature.
This collection includes novels and short stories organised by date of publication. Though, for the best emotional impact I might have preferred a more chronological order. However, the reader can choose to read through the whole thing, or just pick out individual stories, whichever takes their fancy.
As a word of caution, these books were written in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and have been published as is in this collection. As a result contain the stereotypes and language of the time, some of which may not be acceptable in the modern day.
This collection includes novels and short stories organised by date of publication. Though, for the best emotional impact I might have preferred a more chronological order. However, the reader can choose to read through the whole thing, or just pick out individual stories, whichever takes their fancy.
As a word of caution, these books were written in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and have been published as is in this collection. As a result contain the stereotypes and language of the time, some of which may not be acceptable in the modern day.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism and Sexism
Moderate: Violence
egavett's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
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? No
3.0
bergha1998's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
4.0
Very fun, loved the whole book.
abby_312's review against another edition
Hercule Poirot has indoctrinated me and I can’t read about any other detective.
getthatbagel's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
inspiring
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.25
winterscape's review against another edition
5.0
I have nothing of value to say, save that I love the Sherlock Holmes stories with all of my heart. Thank you for them, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
taneilcasey's review
5.0
It is strange, but sometimes after I read Sherlock Holmes, I find my powers of observation slightly increased! I loved reading all of the tales of Holmes, and his wonderful friend and confidante, Watson, but these books are quite large, and I had to take breaks whilst reading them!