Sherlock Holmes: Consulting Detective, Volume 1

Sherlock Holmes: Consulting Detective #1

by Ron Fortier (Editor), Aaron Smith, Van Allen Plexico

Contains five new classic mysteries starring the world's greatest detective, Sherlock Holmes and his loyal companion, Dr. Watson. Writers Aaron Smith, Andrew Salmon, Van Allen Plexico and I.A. Watson put forth clever, twisted puzzles that only the Baker Street sleuth can unravel. Edited by Ron Fortier, interior illustrations and design by Rob Davis with a stunning cover by Mark Maddox. Once again, the game is afoot! Produced by Airship 27.

Genres: Short Stories, Mystery

183 pages, Paperback

First published June 19, 2009

Reviews

[Riju Ganguly · Rating 4 out of 5]

Unlike Marvin Kaye's Sherlock Holmes Mystery Magazine (which is still going strong, proving that my assessment regarding stuff contained therein isn't shared by all), where several jewels (pastiches as well as non-fiction pieces) used to get eclipsed by some of the most pathetic duds, this anthology begins in a much more promising manner. The stories that have been included in this first volume vary a little in quality, but overall standard is very good and, more importantly, consistent. Some of the authors, notably Mr Plexico, makes his stories a bit American in their pacing, apart from changing the Watsonian voice to a more American style. I absolutely loved I.A. Watson's story. I didn't care much for the first story, from Mr Aaron Smith. Nevertheless, if you like Holmesian stories with a bit more action than Sir ACD would have felt comfortable with, then THIS is the right book for you.

Recommended.

[Emb021 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great collection of original Holmes stories.

[Gus Scholtz · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great surprise. Every story he writes is engaging. The Adventure of the Locked Room and A Massachusetts Affair were my two favorites. Will look for others.

[Les Wilson · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very good collection of short stories. Will give vol 2 a try.

[Robert Paterson · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some good mysteries

A good few Sherlock Holmes mysteries here. They were entertaining enjoyable to read however never really felt that authentic. Fine for a diverting read though.

[I A · Rating 5 out of 5]

Old school Holmes done well.