Sherlock Holmes & The Twelve Thefts of Christmas

ByLilac

The few weeks before Christmas is really the most wonderful time of the year. It’s a time that we wish could last a little longer because of the festive and merry ambiance. Right now most of us are preparing our homes for family and friends and making sure we have a gift for those on our nice list. With budgets tighter than ever, lots of people like to enter giveaways as a potential gift resource. The HoHoHo Blog Hop offers entrants the opportunity to win some really nice prizes. Scroll all the way down to enter.

Arthur Conon Doyle has mesmerized readers since 1887 when A Study in Scarlet was released. It was here that the public was introduced to the world’s only consulting detective of his time, Sherlock Holmes. Then on October 14, 1892, he released the first of a series of short publications featuring this methodical detective, in the Strand Magazine. Sherlock Holmes was known by Scotland Yard, Dr. Watson, and most villains for his impeccable observation, deductive reasoning, use of forensic science, and logical reasoning to solve perplexing cases that even bewildered Detective Inspector Lestrade! If Sherlock is on the case, you don’t have a chance!

Sherlock Holmes & The Twelve Thefts of Christmas

Secret code: Afoot. Doyle went on to write four novels and around 56 stories headlining Sherlock Holmes. As the name and persona of this illustrious detective are now public domain, other authors have taken up the task of bringing Sherlock back to life and solving baffling cases. Sherlock Holmes & The Twelve Thefts of Christmas is a timely new release with the detective deducing clues in the seediest parts of foggy London to solve some yuletide crimes.

The book starts off during Christmas and Holmes was gifted two tickets to the Theatre Royal, and box seats no less. The tickets are from a previous client, but one who was not of good character – you see by trade he was a forger. But nonetheless, Sherlock cleared him of the crime, but it left him in poor standing with his criminal cohorts. So, this exorbitant gift must be a trap. Will Sherlock go? There are lots of twists, turns, and surprises in this book. I’ll give you a hint. Irene Adler is back and she is interfering with Sherlock’s ability to concentrate on his other clients’ urgent needs.

Disclaimer: I received complimentary products to facilitate a review. All opinions are my own, yours may differ.

91 Comments

  1. This sounds really interesting. I am a fan of both Sherlock Holmes and Christmas so I think it would be a great read.

  2. This sounds like a great mystery, would love to read it and then share with my grandchildren

  4. I like both Sherlock Holmes and Christmas, so I think it would be a great cozy winter read.

  6. This looks like a great book. My grandfather loved sherlock holmes and my kids love mysteries. I think that this would be great for them to read.

  8. I love a good mystery book and this sounds like a really good one. Great to relax with over the holidays when I can grab some free time for myself.

  9. I love reading Sherlock Holmes books,although I hav’nt read any in a while.It would be nice to read one of his mysteries again!

  11. Currently working my way through the Complete Sherlock Holmes
    This would be a great addition
    Best wishes everyone!

  12. Going to be a grandpa for the first time early 2023. Looking to get some books to read to the baby.

  15. I am a Sherlock Holmes lover! I just recently purchased a two-volume complete works of Sherlock and have read it a few times over.

  16. My brother is a big fan of Sherlock Holmes and this would be for him.
    Thanks for the contest.

  17. I like how this book has a character that “uses impeccable observation, deductive reasoning, use of forensic science, and logical reasoning to solve perplexing cases.” My grandson likes intricate stories and I think this would be really enjoyed by him. I would love to be able to have this for him to read when he visits me.

  25. My favourite genre is mysteries, I love a good Sherlock Holmes mystery especially one set at Christmas

  26. I have read many of Sherlock Holmes stories which I really enjoy so I am sure I would enjoy reading these as well.

    1. I really enjoy mysteries. I’m a huge Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson fan. 🔎

  27. I have read many Sherlock Holmes stories and really enjoyed them and I am sure that I would love reading these as well.

  29. Going with the whole Christmas theme, I am super excited because I love Sherlock Holmes and a good mystery!!!!

  30. I’ve been a Sherlock fan since I was a kid and I love checking out new movies and books when they come out.

  31. I have always loved mysteries. I recently read a collection of Sherlock Holmes stories and really enjoyed them. I would love to read this one as well.

  32. I think this would be a great book to read to my grandchildren through the holidays. They like to be read to.

  34. I have always enjoyed the Sherlock Holmes character.Sounds like a fun filed spin off of this famous detective with a Christmas twist.

  40. I would love to win this book. Looking at the preview of it, it would be a great book to read with the family every evening leading up to Christmas day.

  41. my three children love mystery books so I know they would love Sherlock Holmes!!!! would love to read with them

  42. I’d love to win because I associate Sherlock Holmes with Christmas after seeing the film with Robert Downey Jr. on Christmas years ago.

  45. I would like to win because this sounds so interesting. Who doesn’t like Sherlock Holmes?!

  51. I know my daughter has been mentioning she would like to read Sherlock Holmes, would love to win it for her.

  52. I read one other that had Adler in it, can’t remember the name but I remember liking it. This one should be fun!

  55. I’m such a fan of mystery books and Sherlock Holmes is at the top of my list! This would be a joy to win and read!

  62. Sounds like a fun read! I loved the Sherlock modern-day series and would love to read another addition to the Sherlock Holmes world.

  63. I am a fan of the original Sherlock Holmes stories. It has been enjoyable seeing the new books coming out based on the character and some offshoots. It is interesting comparing the way he is portrayed and to read the new mysteries he is involved with. This book sounds like a good addition to the Sherlock based collection of stories.

  66. I would love to win this because I always loved the Sherlock Holmes movies. It would be great to read new adventures.

  67. I’m a fan of Sherlock Holmes since I was a kid because he always has a twist in the plot & solves his cases.

  72. Sounds like a wonderful book! I would love to win this book for my Dad (he is a big “Sherlock Holmes” fan! Thanks for the chance to win. 🙂

  77. My mom instilled in me the great love of reading and reading mysteries including Sherlock Holmes.

  78. I am a lover of mysteries, not to mention all the Sherlock homes movies and tv shows I have watched. I would like to win this for myself.

  79. I enjoy reading Sherlock Holmes mysteries. This book set during Christmas sounds intriguing and would be a great story for the holiday season.

  80. I love reading mysteries and started with Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s classics. Solving mysteries keeps the mind sharp and I need all the help I can get. The Twelve Thefts of Christmas seems like a story filled with clues to uncover and thefts which are more like misplaced objects.

  86. What fun this would be to win – I just finished watching Enola Homes on Netflix and enjoyed the two movies.

  88. I love books! this sounds so interesting and entertaining! would love a new read for the cold weather

  90. I’m a big fan of mysteries, especially Sherlock Holmes. I’m looking forward to reading this.

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