"What I'm Reading Now" Discussion

[Carnegie-Stout Public Library]

Hi everyone, this is a general discussion thread for those that want to discuss other books beyond what is selected for the monthly discussions.

Feel free to post about what you are reading now, or something you have read in the past that you would like to share with the group.

[Amy]

I just finished a book called "Jewel of the Thames" by Angela Misri.

This is a fun YA novel that takes place in 1930s England. Portia Adams, 19, inherits a building in England after her mother dies. The address: 221 Baker Street. Fans of Sherlock Holmes will recognize the significance immediately. Portia has ties to some of the past residents of that address and being the inquisitive sort, she takes up the mantle of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John Watson. The story unfolds in a series of 3 case files. While Portia tries to solve the various cases, she is also trying to solve a more personal mystery.

Nothing in this book is too complicated and it seems to be the start of a series. This would appeal to adults and teens who are looking for a light mystery and are fans of Sherlock Holmes.