Lorraine T. (mysterylover) reviewed Sherlock Holmes and the Red Demon (Sherlock Holmes Mysteries (Penguin)) on + 318 more book reviews
Sherlock Holmes comes to America. Good story, great capturing of the Holmes spirit.
Janiva T. (dallas) reviewed Sherlock Holmes and the Red Demon (Sherlock Holmes Mysteries (Penguin)) on + 16 more book reviews
Sherlock Holmes comes to America to solve "the most remarkable case of his celebrated career"
Brian M. reviewed Sherlock Holmes and the Red Demon (Sherlock Holmes Mysteries (Penguin)) on + 70 more book reviews
The first in a series of adventures in which Sherlock Holmes travels to the American midwest to solve various. The first ( and best) case involves a mysterious arsonist who is intent on destroying the Great Northern Railroad, even if it means burning down entire forests and town...and anyone who stands in the way. Each book is a mixture of fictional characters set in actual historical events and figures. Also introduces Shadwell Raffety, a colorful tavern owner and amatuer sleuth, who will figure more promientently in later books. I loving homage to Holmes written very stylishly and lovingly.
Gail S. reviewed Sherlock Holmes and the Red Demon (Sherlock Holmes Mysteries (Penguin)) on + 31 more book reviews
It seems to be a trend lately for authors to interject their own political views in the story by means of the main characters, but in a Sherlock Holmes story? Are you kidding? The author does a good job in the Conan Doyle style, but after the first time of "greedy capitolists" the book lost its luster.
