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The Dark Lady by Chris Turner, Pierdomenico Baccalario, Iacopo Bruno, Alessandro Gatti

bookladysreviews's review against another edition

5.0

This was such a quick and fun read.It's obviously a children's book but I love anything Sherlock Holmes related so I had to read it.I just wanted to write a mini review of sorts and tell you guys what I thought about it.

The Dark Lady combines the childhoods of Sherlock Holmes,Arsene Lupin and Irene Adler.The book was translated from Italian if I remember correctly but unfortunately the rest of the books in the series haven't been translated yet.I was really excited when I started reading this book and finished it in a couple of hours.It was such a quick,light and enjoyable read.I think it is perfect for younger kids.It doesn't mean that older people can't read it though.Especially if they're as fascinated by anything Sherlock Holmes related as I am.

The story was really interesting and unpredictable.The ending seriously messed with my head because I didn't expect it at all.The mystery surrounding the story was also something I loved as well as the characters.I fell in love with them from the beginning and I seriously need to read a book about Lupin or Arsene Lupin.He is described as the Sherlock Holmes of crime and I can't wait to learn more about him.Another thing I loved was the fact that this book piqued my interest from the beginning and made me wanna learn more about the characters and their lives.I never bothered researching stuff while reading a book but in this case...I did.Really refreshing!

This was such an exciting quick read.Really intriguing and unpredictable plot.A great story and a perfect mystery.Can't wait for the rest of the books!

sararees's review against another edition

adventurous challenging funny mysterious 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

4.0

scribe391's review against another edition

adventurous funny lighthearted mysterious 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

2.75

Set in Saint-Male, narrated by Irene Adler. While on vacation, Irene meets Sherlock Holmes and his friend:Lupin.
The three new friends discover a body washed up on the beach and decide to investigate the death.

lysiee's review against another edition

adventurous funny fast-paced

5.0

taliaissmart's review against another edition

2.0

Interesting mystery, but I found the instant friendship between the main characters unbelievable and the narration irritating. Hard to say how much of that comes from translation.

shafasalsabila's review against another edition

adventurous challenging mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

rikadamons's review against another edition

2.0

this was one of my fav series of books when i was a kid omg the nostalgia

onceuponamaltesereader's review against another edition

adventurous mysterious slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? N/A
• Strong character development? N/A
• Loveable characters? N/A
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

2.0

Dear bookstagrammers, 

Trust you are well and in good health! 
 
Here I am with another book review and this time, I am presenting you with a Maltese translation of the adventures of Sherlock, lupin u jien. Adapted to the Maltese language by Dwayne Ellul and published by Merlin. It is a story that narrates the adventures of three best friends; Sherlock Holmes, Arsene Lupin and Irene Adler. It is the fourth book from the series that involves mystery and investigation. 

The story is about Irene's family that has moved to Evreux, Normandy. Soon after arriving at her new home, she was approached by a mysterious woman who mutters some strange words about Irene's mother being in danger, before vanishing into thin air. Sherlock, Lupin and Irene must decipher a series of clues that will lead them to a secret crypt beneath the streets of Paris to an ancient relic that was rumored to be worth a fortune. But how far will someone go to obtain the priceless treasure? 

Regarding my opinion about this book, I am not 100% sure about the story. Probably due to translation issues. I expected a little bit more.
 
 QOTD: Do you read any translated copies or do you prefer the original? 

suzannedix's review against another edition

3.0

Not the most logical or even interesting of mysteries. Seemed to have potential but just wasn't fun enough to draw in kids. Could it be due to the translation from Italian?

Grades 7 and up. Quick mention of adultery.

olia_k21's review against another edition

adventurous funny hopeful lighthearted relaxing fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.0