The Case of the Gypsy Good-bye (Enola Holmes #6)

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The Case of the Gypsy Good-Bye

by Nancy Springer

Edition: hardcover, 2010

Synopsis: In the series conclusion, Enola searches for missing Lady Blanchefleur while her brother Sherlock seeks her, with a message from their long-lost mother that only Enola can decipher. Sherlock and brother Mycroft follow Enola into London’s dark underbelly to solve a triple mystery. Where is their mother, Lady Blanchefleur, and their connection?

Lady Blanchefleur has gone missing and Enola is on the case to find her. Alarmingly, Sherlock Holmes brings his sister a strange message from the country. From the highest to the lowest levels of the streets of London, Enola races to solve the case and impress both of her brothers with her abilities.

This was a satisfying conclusion to the series. It has a suitable happily ever after that fits Enola perfectly. The mystery itself is a little week and is definitely overshadowed by the drama of Enola’s family life. Still, it is a fun, fast paced read.

My biggest problem with the series now that I am older, is just how much it perpetuates the stigma of corseting. This story is the biggest offender, showing the worst case scenario of a lady who tight laced. Instead of presenting it as a fashion choice that SOME did, it makes it seem as though every lady was forced into it and suffered terribly. This was not the case, especially when calisthenics was highly encouraged for young ladies.

Overall, this was a fun series and even after ten years, I still enjoy rereading the books. (AND THERE IS A NEW BOOK COMING IN AUGUST!)