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by Graham Moore (Goodreads Author)

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Is it going to be difficult to understand this book if I'm not familiar with Sherlock Holmes?

Lesley No, I don't think so. I believe it is clear enough for everyone to read and enjoy the story. Of course, if you actually are a fan, you pick up every d…moreNo, I don't think so. I believe it is clear enough for everyone to read and enjoy the story. Of course, if you actually are a fan, you pick up every detail and want to dance around the room because you realize the author actually "gets" the quirky obsessions of those of us who are Sherlock devotees. But, it is well written and anyone can jump in and understand it easily. For those of you who aren't yet Sherlockians, may I suggest going on ebay and getting a CD of Jeremy Brett in the adventures of Sherlock Holmes. I watched JB in the 80's and 90's and he truly brought the Victorian Holmes to life - JUST as Doyle wrote him. And Cumberbatch is equally brilliant in his modern portrayal. BOTH actors bring to the screen Holmes multi layered personality as well as his strengths and weaknesses. Before reading this book I re-watched Jeremy Brett in The Final Problem and The Empty House ( Where Holmes is killed and then brought back to life.) And also The Cumberbatch version of the same two episodes. I think watching those two episodes and versions will give you a great understanding after reading the novel. Plus, you just might fall in love with Mr. Holmes and comprehend why there has been such a
following since the late 1800's. Enjoy the book everyone....The game's afoot!!!(less)

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