from description: "After artist Claire Beaudry Chase is attacked and left for dead in her home on the Connecticut coast, she doesn’t know who she can trust. But her well-connected husband, Griffin—who is running for governor—is her prime suspect."
Thomas & Mercer
Suspense/Thriller. Feb. 1, 2021. Print length: 367 pages.
I haven't read anything else by Liese Sherwood-Fabre, but I'll be looking for more in this series featuring the young Sherlock and his family.
At thirteen, Sherlock already has some of his abilities of observation and reason, but these skills are still being developed. This is not the austere and coldly logical adult Sherlock, but a kid with curiosity and intelligence; sometimes annoyed, sometimes fearful, and often unsure of himself.
I especially enjoyed the character of Mrs. Holmes; she never takes center stage, but her influence and intellect play a significant role in the plot. Hers is the perceptive, observant, and curious mind depicted as guiding her sons.
Little Elm Press
Historical Mystery. 2020. Print length: 342 pages.
I'm currently reading Letters from Tove and enjoying it very much.
Thanks, Jen, for the review!
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I thoroughly enjoyed young Sherlock!
DeleteLove the sound of a young Sherlock Holmes! Another series to add to my list. But how can I resist? ;D
ReplyDeleteI couldn't. Resist, that is! :)
DeleteI have that Rice book, too, but haven't read it yet. From what you say, it doesn't sound like there's a real hurry.
ReplyDeleteI love those Sherlock Holmes "mashup" kind of books that look at the character through fresh eyes or different points in his life. Going to see, now, if my library has it.
It's interesting how the Holmes character has been reinvented in so many ways, isn't it? I've enjoyed so many variations, but I think this is the first to "examine" what his young life may have been like. I've ordered the first book and will wait for #3. :)
DeleteA thirteen year old Sherlock--what an interesting take. I will have to check out Liese Sherwood-Fabre's series. I'm sorry Luanne Rice's book didn't work for you. It wasn't one on my radar, and so I am not sure I will pick it up to read. Although I suppose you never know!
ReplyDeleteYes, the idea of a young Sherlock never really occurred to me. I mean, as that cold, logical man ever a child--even in fiction? And a likable, almost typical, kid at that!
DeleteI love the idea of reading about a young Sherlock! I like those kinds of books that reimagine a familiar character. :)
ReplyDelete:) I do, too. Sometimes it works; sometimes it doesn't. This one worked for me-- maybe because it was good even if the name wasn't Sherlock Holmes.
DeleteOh I like the idea of a young Sherlock Holmes. Although, I still have not read any of the original ACD stories so maybe this is the year I finally do!
ReplyDeleteI like that term 'popcorn read' too -- it's such a perfect phrase for so many books!
ReplyDeleteIt's always interesting to read more of Sherlock Holmes, reinvented or not. :)
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