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Sherlock Holmes: and the Mystery of the Broken Window
Sherlock Holmes shows a rare side to his humanity when he and Watson endeavor to find a missing fifteen year old girl who has gone missing from her home. The only clue: a broken 2nd story bedroom window, which had been broken the night before the abduction.
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35 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 28, 2016
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December 25, 2016
This was an enjoyable, quick read. I found myself very engaged and was drawn in by the signature brilliance of the character of Sherlock, as well as the snappy dialogue between him and Watson. The story was fast paced and yes, ended all too soon. Yet the crime was solved with Sherlock's brilliant deduction and attention to detail and subtle clues. There were some details that could have been given about the circumstances of the girl's abduction, but perhaps then this would no longer be a short story.
March 4, 2017
I enjoyed this Sherlock Holmes story. The plotline kept me hooked throughout, drawing to an excellent conclusion, following Sherlock’s deductive reasoning. William Todd's writing remains true to the Holmes and Watson interactive style and also the time period, making it reminiscent of the original read. It could have been slightly longer, with more details surrounding the mother. But, an enjoyable read.
March 13, 2017
While I'm definitely not an expert on Sherlock Holmes, this is a very well-written mystery that seemed as though Sir Arthur Conan Doyle could've written it himself. A very enjoyable book, I read it in one sitting. I'm looking forward to more from this author.
March 1, 2017
Reading a Sherlock Holmes book is akin to having lunch with an old friend. You know all the mannerisms, heard the jokes and stories before; this is all familar ground you are treading on. But then your friend brings a new person to the table. Will they blend in or stick out like a sore thumb?
William Todd has picked up the famous detective without a hitch. Due to the size and formatting of this work (short), I felt like I was holding a dime novel of old. The voice is right and the atmosphere painted me back to the Victorian era. This is a great addition to have in your Sherlock library.
My only quibble is we are promised by Watson for a display of emotion by Holmes. The book even ends on a humanesque past-musing on the part of the great detective. I didn't quite catch the emotion of such an experience though. This may very well be due to the quirkiness of Holmes and his well known disdain for human emotion, so I'll let him slide.
Great, quick read - I highly recommend this and hope to see more from this author.
William Todd has picked up the famous detective without a hitch. Due to the size and formatting of this work (short), I felt like I was holding a dime novel of old. The voice is right and the atmosphere painted me back to the Victorian era. This is a great addition to have in your Sherlock library.
My only quibble is we are promised by Watson for a display of emotion by Holmes. The book even ends on a humanesque past-musing on the part of the great detective. I didn't quite catch the emotion of such an experience though. This may very well be due to the quirkiness of Holmes and his well known disdain for human emotion, so I'll let him slide.
Great, quick read - I highly recommend this and hope to see more from this author.
February 18, 2017
I've read a few authors who have tried to nail the Conan-Doyle voice, but this author has beaten them hands down. 'The Mystery of the Broken Window' kept drawing me right through the book. I really enjoyed it.
February 17, 2017
A Gripping Mystery
I read this book in one gulp. The author has a wonderful style. I recommend this book to anyone who loves classic mysteries.
I read this book in one gulp. The author has a wonderful style. I recommend this book to anyone who loves classic mysteries.
August 10, 2019
Fun read!
I enjoy Watson and Holmes. This is a fun rendition of their characters. Interesting story too just right for light evening read.
I enjoy Watson and Holmes. This is a fun rendition of their characters. Interesting story too just right for light evening read.
May 9, 2017
Not just classic Holmes, classic Watson
Focusing on Sherlock’s less emotive/emotional aspects, this tale claims to relate the "one case that I feel, as his raconteur, shows a more human side to that genius of deduction and logic." In truth, however, Mr. Todd has gone beyond superbly replicating the logic of Holmes; he’s also truly nailed the persona of Dr. Watson. Take this observation: "If Holmes has anything akin to a deficiency it is his love of the dramatic. He is like a magician who seeks the look of awe upon the faces of his audience with a splendidly completed act of prestidigitation." Classic Watson!
My only complaint in this outstanding work of Holmes fan fiction is a small number of spelling errors, almost all of which involve homophones: “heads or tales” instead of “heads or tails”, “roll” instead of “role”; the sort of minor mistake that requires a keen eye and (ideally) a good proofreader. Again, minor errors though.
Overall, the Mystery of the Broken window was every bit as outstanding and well-written as the Gloucester Calamity by this same author, relayed in the book A Reflection of Evil.
I’d also like to thank Mr. Todd for a great new word today: "assizes".
I highly recommend this book to any Sherlock Holmes fans.
- Read via Kindle Unlimited.
Focusing on Sherlock’s less emotive/emotional aspects, this tale claims to relate the "one case that I feel, as his raconteur, shows a more human side to that genius of deduction and logic." In truth, however, Mr. Todd has gone beyond superbly replicating the logic of Holmes; he’s also truly nailed the persona of Dr. Watson. Take this observation: "If Holmes has anything akin to a deficiency it is his love of the dramatic. He is like a magician who seeks the look of awe upon the faces of his audience with a splendidly completed act of prestidigitation." Classic Watson!
My only complaint in this outstanding work of Holmes fan fiction is a small number of spelling errors, almost all of which involve homophones: “heads or tales” instead of “heads or tails”, “roll” instead of “role”; the sort of minor mistake that requires a keen eye and (ideally) a good proofreader. Again, minor errors though.
Overall, the Mystery of the Broken window was every bit as outstanding and well-written as the Gloucester Calamity by this same author, relayed in the book A Reflection of Evil.
I’d also like to thank Mr. Todd for a great new word today: "assizes".
I highly recommend this book to any Sherlock Holmes fans.
- Read via Kindle Unlimited.
July 15, 2021
From the burp :
Sherlock Holmes shows a rare side to his humanity when he and Watson search for a missing fifteen year old girl who has been abducted from her home. The only clue: her window had been smashed through by a rock thrown by an unknown person the night before. With little to go on and no help from the local police, the great detective seems sure of only one thing: if he and Watson cannot find her before dawn, she will be lost forever.
I’ve seen many Sherlock films but actually never read any novels until I picked up the amazing “The House of Silk” by Anthony Horowitz. It was an amazing read and since then can’t get enough, actually I’m looking to purchase the complete works by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
I picked this story because I’m way behind my Goodreads challenge (currently 9 behind) it’s very short 53 pages and wanted to read another authors point of view and I’m glad I did because this little gem didn’t disappoint it’s a quick read but engaging and entertaining the plot line kept me hooked throughout, drawing to an excellent conclusion, which for me it’s the best part.
I’m not a Sherlock Holmes expert but if you’re a fan then check it out I recommend it.
Sherlock Holmes shows a rare side to his humanity when he and Watson search for a missing fifteen year old girl who has been abducted from her home. The only clue: her window had been smashed through by a rock thrown by an unknown person the night before. With little to go on and no help from the local police, the great detective seems sure of only one thing: if he and Watson cannot find her before dawn, she will be lost forever.
I’ve seen many Sherlock films but actually never read any novels until I picked up the amazing “The House of Silk” by Anthony Horowitz. It was an amazing read and since then can’t get enough, actually I’m looking to purchase the complete works by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
I picked this story because I’m way behind my Goodreads challenge (currently 9 behind) it’s very short 53 pages and wanted to read another authors point of view and I’m glad I did because this little gem didn’t disappoint it’s a quick read but engaging and entertaining the plot line kept me hooked throughout, drawing to an excellent conclusion, which for me it’s the best part.
I’m not a Sherlock Holmes expert but if you’re a fan then check it out I recommend it.
June 10, 2021
Good story
Maybe it was the rainy day or i was extra bored, but I really really enjoyed this one. Apart from some gaps in the paragraphs and funny page count, it's not half bad. And we see another side of Holmes' character that is not only cool, but a reason he's so dangerous to criminals. I rather like Mr. Todd's take on the characters.
Sherlock Holmes may not like emotions and care little for the feelings of others, but when his senses if right and wrong are really aroused, the bad guy is in for it....
Christa
Maybe it was the rainy day or i was extra bored, but I really really enjoyed this one. Apart from some gaps in the paragraphs and funny page count, it's not half bad. And we see another side of Holmes' character that is not only cool, but a reason he's so dangerous to criminals. I rather like Mr. Todd's take on the characters.
Sherlock Holmes may not like emotions and care little for the feelings of others, but when his senses if right and wrong are really aroused, the bad guy is in for it....
Christa
March 17, 2017
Interesting but crammed full of the usual Sherlock Holmes cliches.
Would be Arthur Conan Doyle's should realize that we devoted readers know the strict standards to which they are bound. If the would be writers can't match those standards they will be laughed at and eventually ignored.
Would be Arthur Conan Doyle's should realize that we devoted readers know the strict standards to which they are bound. If the would be writers can't match those standards they will be laughed at and eventually ignored.
January 12, 2026
Mystery of The Broken Window.
William Todd is just the latest in a long line of excellent Authors who are outstanding in writing about The Great Sherlock Holmes. It’s almost as if they’ve all added their personal ideas on how to continue these outstanding stories!!! I so look forward to the next mystery.
Edwin Lloyd
William Todd is just the latest in a long line of excellent Authors who are outstanding in writing about The Great Sherlock Holmes. It’s almost as if they’ve all added their personal ideas on how to continue these outstanding stories!!! I so look forward to the next mystery.
Edwin Lloyd
January 25, 2021
Made you look one way
Sweet, scary, sad, thank God for Sherlock Holmes. A young girl goes missing from her home. Sherlock eyes are on the details, we don't know what is happening until the big reveal. Some people are bad news. Read and enjoy!
Sweet, scary, sad, thank God for Sherlock Holmes. A young girl goes missing from her home. Sherlock eyes are on the details, we don't know what is happening until the big reveal. Some people are bad news. Read and enjoy!
January 18, 2022
a fun Holmes short story
This is an easy quick Holmes short story. A young girl disappears from her home. Her brother goes to London and convinces Holmes to help. Holmes recovers the girl. A surprise ending. I enjoyed reading this book
This is an easy quick Holmes short story. A young girl disappears from her home. Her brother goes to London and convinces Holmes to help. Holmes recovers the girl. A surprise ending. I enjoyed reading this book
October 31, 2018
A window is all
Good Holmes and Watson tale ... A window being the key and only Holmes seeing the right answer ... Business as usual for our pair of heroes ...
Good Holmes and Watson tale ... A window being the key and only Holmes seeing the right answer ... Business as usual for our pair of heroes ...
March 16, 2017
A good story with one glaring grammatical error, although I must admit the part played by the mother is a bit strange.
March 17, 2017
This was a great short read that I felt really captured the feel of the original Sherlock Holmes stories. The only reason I didn't rate higher is because there were a few typos and 'clunky' sentences that threw my attention. Still, if you're a Sherlock Holmes fan, this is worth a read!
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