Amy B. (BaileysBooks) reviewed The List of Seven (aka The List of 7) (Arthur Conan Doyle, Bk 1) on + 491 more book reviews
This has to be one of the best mystery books I have ever read.
The List of Seven is a well-written, fast-paced, page-turning murder mystery with bits of the occult sprinkled in. Mark Frost's main character is a young Arthur Conan Doyle, a struggling writer and an equally struggling new doctor. When his manuscript 'The Dark Brotherhood' ends up in the wrong hands, that's when things get interesting.
Frost has done a great job of creating a Holmes-like character that will eventually become the inspiration for this fictional Doyle's future stories. Fans of the real Doyle and Holmes will appreciate Frost's ability to create an entertaining, intriguing, and authentic world with a tale that is both creepy and compelling.
This is easily a 5-star book in my opinion. I recommend it to anyone who loves a good 19th century London murder mystery. For fans of the real Sherlock Holmes, this book will not disappoint. It's a win-win for everyone, and an absolute must read.
The List of Seven is a well-written, fast-paced, page-turning murder mystery with bits of the occult sprinkled in. Mark Frost's main character is a young Arthur Conan Doyle, a struggling writer and an equally struggling new doctor. When his manuscript 'The Dark Brotherhood' ends up in the wrong hands, that's when things get interesting.
Frost has done a great job of creating a Holmes-like character that will eventually become the inspiration for this fictional Doyle's future stories. Fans of the real Doyle and Holmes will appreciate Frost's ability to create an entertaining, intriguing, and authentic world with a tale that is both creepy and compelling.
This is easily a 5-star book in my opinion. I recommend it to anyone who loves a good 19th century London murder mystery. For fans of the real Sherlock Holmes, this book will not disappoint. It's a win-win for everyone, and an absolute must read.
I could not get into this book..
Anne W. reviewed The List of Seven (aka The List of 7) (Arthur Conan Doyle, Bk 1) on + 37 more book reviews
The book starts with a seance and murder, and goes from there.
Karen K. (krin) reviewed The List of Seven (aka The List of 7) (Arthur Conan Doyle, Bk 1) on + 407 more book reviews
This was a good mix of mystery, historical fiction and the supernatural. I liked how the characteristics of Holmes and Watson were displayed in Sparks and Doyle, respectively. While some scenes did get a bit clichéd, I enjoyed the book and look forward to the next book in the series, The Six Messiahs.
