Adventures of Huckleberry Finn as Retold by Sherlock Holmes

by Holy Ghost Writer

Illustrated Enter Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson…. “I’m quite interested to learn more about your adventures with Huck Finn,” Dr. Watson began. “I’ve been thinking on it all day. What happened to the detective agency he founded under your guidance? Was it a success, as you expected?” “Well, my dear Watson, Huck didn’t set up shop as a detective until he’d had a great many more adventures than the ones we’ve discussed, and until he had matured from an impatient boy to a determined young man. As you know, it takes a great deal of experience to become a good investigator. However, Huck and his friend Jim, who was a runaway slave if you recall, eventually made it out to the untamed American West and began a new chapter in their lives.” “I remember that Huck had many adventures with his comrade, Tom Sawyer. Did Huck relate those stories to you during your years together at Yale?” “Quite colorfully,” answered Sherlock. “Would you like to hear what he told me?” “That would be a great delight. Should we include this story in our literary posterity?” “Indubitably—we must tie all of these connecting stories together, especially as they may relate in any way to the Sovereign Order of Monte Cristo. Our records will be of great value to those in future generations.” “I’m ready to write, then, and you are such a good storyteller that it will give me energy long into the night. Where should we begin?”

Genres: Mystery

264 pages, Paperback

First published May 3, 2014

About the author

Who is The Holy Ghost Writer?

The mystery of the identity of the author is part of an international contest. The first person to discover the identity of the HG Writer, from the clues found in the Count of Monte Cristo sequels, will receive a reward of $2500. Write to prize@sultanofmontecristo.com in order to claim this reward along with letting us know the clues that led you to discovering the identity of the author. Should you wish your discovery to be known in the press, that opportunity will also be afforded. Those that already know the author or have worked with him/her will not qualify. Good luck.

Reviews

[Stephen Fraser]

This is the second book by the Holy Ghost Writer that I have read that was written as if it was told by Sherlock Holmes. Like the book The Count of Monte Cristo as Retold by Sherlock Holmes the Holy Ghost Writer has taken another classic work and combined it with the styling of Sherlock Holmes. This pairing brings a new life to The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. Readers of the classic story as well as new readers will undoubtedly find lots of enjoyment from this book. If you haven't read The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn in a while this book will be a fantastic refresher. If you are completely new to The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn you can't go wrong with this book.

[David Eppenstein]

I saw this title on the Goodreads giveaway list. It intrigued me and I was hoping some inventive writer had paired these two iconic fictional characters in an adventure suitable for their individual talents. I couldn't have been more disappointed. This book is nothing more than a telling of a Twain-like adventure of Huckleberry Finn. The inclusion of Holmes is simply a gimmick. Holmes' only function in this book is as a narrator and nothing more. The narrator could have been anybody and considering Finn's proximity to Illinois it would have made more sense for the narrator to Abe Lincoln. As long as the works of Twain and Conan Doyle are still available there is absolutely no reason to waste your time reading this book and a waste of time and talent it was. The author does demonstrate talent but it is a shame he couldn't have used it on a more worthwhile project than this.

[Roger]

This book is truly terrible. I won a copy of this a long (long) time ago but had just started the Dark Tower series by Stephen King. The lack of capitalization in the title tells you what you need to know about the editing. This book distractedly jumps between multiple typefaces starting on page one. The writing itself is somehow a heinous imitation of both Doyle and Twain.

[Jen Moore]

For those who have fond memories and admiration of the story of Huck Finn, this is a definite must-read! Combining two beloved characters – Sherlock Holmes and Huck Finn (with Tom Sawyer, of course), this book is a great way to re-visit the adventures so fondly remembered. It’s simply a more concise, easier-read version, broken up well by interjections from Sherlock and Watson. I would also recommend it to young readers, as it’s easier comprehension than the original Huck Finn (though, of course I still recommend that everyone read the classic at some point. This may be an easier introduction to first capture a young mind in the story, however). Holy Ghost Writer continues in his mysterious ways – producing yet another interesting read while keeping his international mystery of identity a fun game, leaving the reader waiting for more as always. This book was a great marriage of old and beloved with new and entertaining!

[Lemesle Anne-sophie]

This book is an unexpected combo of stories and characters. Being led by Sherlock Holmes and the naïve questions of Watson through the adventures of Huck, Jim and Tom Sawyer is awesome!
It makes you feel like when you were a child again. It is an easy book to read and the descriptions of the author allows us to have a great visual of the different scenes.
I will pass it on!

[John]

I completely enjoyed this retelling of the Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. The discourse between Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson was equally enjoyable. This was a clever way to expose this story to a new audience.