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A solid continuation of the the series, this mystery has an mildly interesting mystery plot, together with an engaging appearance of the strong and likable narrator.
Reviewed by David on May 21, 2000
Genre: Mystery (Historical, Amateur Sleuth)
Synopsis: Returning back to the moor of Holmes' most famous case, The Hound of Baskervilles, the great detective and his wife, Mary Russell, help an old friend with a new mystery. It seems the Moor, haunted by history and legends, is now being haunted by more solid—and more deadly—things.
Full Review: Perhaps the weakest in terms of the plot, this installment in the series is nevertheless quite satisfying in the persistent and intelligent pursuit of the mystery by the bright and quietly affectionate team of Holmes and Russell. Almost lyrical in its portrayal of the Moor and its inhabitants, especially the eccentrically brilliant historical personage Baring-Gould, this novel stands out in the solidity of its descriptions of people and nature. However, its portrayal of the villains and their plot is rather thin.
A satisfying continuation of the series, this book is likely to appeal to anyone who enjoyed the start of this series in The Beekeper's Apprentice.
Universe: Sherlock Holmes
Overall: 6.5; Plot: 5.5; Characters: 7.5; Style: 7; World-building: 5; Originality: 6;
Copyright date 1998, Bantam Books (Bantam), January 1999, Mass-market paperback, 369 pages
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