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I particularly enjoyed this longer Holmes story. The historical aspect of the operation of the freemen‘s lodge and the Pinkertons was fascinating.

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We're not reading this one for a while, but it is on sale at Amazon. Just thought I'd let you know.

Although I've read The Valley of Fear several times before, and seen numerous TV adaptations, I'd still forgotten both the plot twist (which really should have been obvious to me - I see but I do not observe!) and the involvement of Professor Moriarty.
An interesting mash-up of a Holmesian mystery and a Western thriller 🔎🤠

"I am inclined to think ---" said I.
"I should do so," Sherlock Holmes remarked, impatiently.

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#doublespin done! Think this is my favourite Holmes story to date… my favourite bit being the flashback in the second half which didn‘t include Holmes or Watson at all 🙈 I guessed the twist, but still a god western romp!

This was a story in two parts. The first was a crime to be investigated by Holmes after having received a notification by his enemy Prof. Moriarty. It was written in the style of the classic Holmes that every one knows from some of the great TV and Film produced over the years. Part two takes you back many years before the crime occured. Totally different and absorbing this was storytelling at its very best with a very unexpected outcome. *****

I listened to this on audio, and I found my mind wandered a lot. I will have to reread it in print.

It's a beautiful day so I'm taking my reading outside! Hopefully I'll finish The Valley of Fear today.

#QuotsyApr21 Day 20: #Recognition

I wasn't a huge fan of the long segment from the past actions in America, but I did like the way it explained the character and actions of those in the main plot (other than, of course, the staple of Holmes and Watson).

Another excellent installment overall.

The Valley of Fear is the fourth and final Sherlock Holmes novel by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. The story was first published in the Strand Magazine between September 1914 and May 1915. The first book edition was copyrighted in 1914. I am hard pressed to find a better Holmes novel than this one. I have read most of his works now and find this one to be top notch. The twist at the end was unexpected and a treat. Highly recommended for the mystery buff.

Finished off the last of the Sherlock novels with some #audiocoloring! I enjoyed it immensely, if not the second half as much, but the ending was worth it!! 💀

That gives me just 8 hours for #DeweysReadathon. For #24b4Monday, I‘m up to 16! Good night, Littens!!

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I finished this one on the road home and I definitely enjoyed my first Sherlock Holmes book! What great twists!

On the long Texas roads and finished disc 3 of this book on CD. It‘s my first Sherlock Holmes and I am enjoying it. Sad to say I‘m struggling to distinguish Holmes from Watson. Otherwise the audio is well done.

Another bookish Christmas gift. This one from my in-laws in England. So perfect since we visited the Sherlock Holmes museum when we were in London. Heading out of town tomorrow to meet with a client for most of the week and taking this book on cd with me. This will be my first Sherlock Holmes book ever.

A two-part mystery novel: Part 1 - murder of John Douglas; Part 2 - the earlier life of Mr. Douglas in Chicago as Pinkerton detective.

But I do feel that the murder solving by Holmes in Pt. 1 was short. Did not see the connection of these two mysteries until the very end.

I still enjoyed this 4th novel. Holmes stories are always a delightful read & re-read! I love the narration by David Timson in this audiobook 💕

Rating: 4🌟

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I wish there had been more connection between the two stories during the second. It felt completely separate until the very end. However, I did enjoy both stories—the first with Sherlock Holmes solving a murder case and the second going back in time to set up why anyone would want the man murdered. I am between a pick and a so-so, but will bump it up for the love of Sherlock. I still love the short stories more. #sherlocked #serialreader

I've switched from coffee to tea, and now I'm finishing up this Sherlock Holmes mystery. This is the first time I've ever read anything on Serial Reader, and I really like it! #TeaAndABook #SherlockHolmes #Sherlocked

Part Two of this book seems to include more violence than many of the other Sherlock Holmes stories, but I really enjoyed the twist and how it connected back to Part One at the end. Yet, I still think I like the short stories better than any of the novel length stories.

First book from my currently reading list completed during the #readathon.

#Sherlocked #SerialReader

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I finished Part 1 of The Valley of Fear tonight. I enjoyed how this part of the of the mystery worked out, so here‘s hoping Part 2 is just as interesting.

#SerialReader #Sherlocked

How‘s everyone doing with this #sherlocked #readalong? On #Serialreader, we are through issue 9, which is the end of Chapter 6 in Part 1.

I‘m enjoying this one more than his other novels, but I also think I know where it‘s headed... I could be wrong, of course. Sherlock is always a step ahead of everyone else.

I made some time this evening to get started on the first few issues of The Valley of Fear on #SerialReader, and so far I‘m intrigued.

I haven‘t seen any other recent posts. Who‘s reading along for this round of #Sherlocked?

Want to start October 1st? #sherlocked #readalong It is 23 issues on #Serialreader, which is usually a manageable pace.

Does anyone want to do a buddy read (or reread) of The Valley of Fear, the fourth Sherlock Holmes, in October? The #SerialReader version is 23 issues, if that pace works for others. #Sherlocked

#readingresolutions #fear

Doyle uses a bi-partite structure in this novel. In this first section, Holmes and Watson investigate the Mysterious murder of a country squire. In the second part, readers are treated to the background that served as prelude to the crime. This may be my favorite Doyle novel because of the history that he brings to bear on a case involving the Great Detective. There are also hints at other plots that those new to the Canon may find interesting.

This was really two stories in one. The first a traditional Holmes story with its twists and surprises, the second set in America, giving voice of Conan Doyle‘s fascination with murderous secret societies. I must say I was getting a bit lost in the doings of the sinister lodge, but the end was all worth it. It is amazing that all mystery-thrillers come from Conan Doyle - he has done it all before everyone else. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

For anyone who watched the BBC Sherlock series, this has to be the best line of Valley of Fear. 😂

This novel is structurally a bit odd, but all the loose ends come together at the end and there are even a couple unexpected twists.

This is the final Sherlock Holmes novel. The 1st part is set up as a classic locked room murder mystery. The 2nd part is an extended flashback that takes the case to America &incorporates organized crime and class struggle. Though I thought that section seemed far-fetched at times, it's based on historical events.

This was another Sherlock Holmes book where you have two sections - the part that has the murder and Sherlock Holmes in and the part that tells the back story that lead up to the murder. I always prefer the Sherlock Holmes books that tell a longer story, like this one, and enjoyed the second half of the story that was set in the US. Overall found this a totally engaging and enjoyable story and look forward to reading the next book.

I'm continuing with my journey through the Sherlock Holmes books. Today started listening to The Valley of Fear, read by Simon Vance, who is one of my favourite narrators. He really brought Bring Up the Bodies by Hilary Mantel to life for me.

Who are your favourite narrators and for which books? #favouritenarrators

There is mischief afoot - is there a line that says Sherlock Holmes more than that?

Just finished the fourth and final of Doyle's Sherlock novels. Like A Study in Scarlet it's a book of two parts - the first the investigation and the second the back story. Whilst it is regrettable that the back story means half the novel is without Holmes, both parts are still interesting and as a result very different. This is a novel of enjoyable twist and turns and Doyle's style of writing is timeless.

My #currentread Enjoying it very much so far. The plot has thickened and there is mischief afoot! #riotgrams

Started this today. Sherlock has to be one of the greatest fictional characters of all time and Doyle's writing is still sharp and witty. Should be a good read.

Idemo! Nove avanture Holmsa! A tu je i Morijarti.. hmhm :)

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These end pages aren't extravagant or even the best I have on the shelves, but I love them. My sweet husband found this copy of Holmes stories and knowing my love and collection of all different copies he got it for me. I thought it was a gorgeous. So these end pages hold an extra special place in my heart.

Another enjoyable read by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.

You know Sherlock has his own way of going about things. thats why we love him. but the police and people are always exasperated by this. and whenever that happens it makes me smile. :)

On to the Valley of Fear, and more of the beautiful cover on this edition of the Sherlock Holmes novels...

Outside on the balcony, sipping a cup of tea and reading some Sherlock Holmes.