A classic by Arthur Conan Doyle is a novel any mystery lover must read. First published in 1887, The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes follows an unrivaled detective and his many cases. The detective who lives on Baker Street applies both his forensic skills and outstanding intellect to every problem to find the truth. Every story has a unique twist and is portrayed in the eyes of Holmes’ companion, Dr. John Watson. 

I personally love mystery stories and found “A Scandal in Bohemia” and “The Man with the Twisted Lip” to be my favorite stories. “A Scandal in Bohemia” is the very first short story about Sherlock Holmes and introduces one of the very few female characters in the series, Irene Adler. I love Adler’s role in the story and she is portrayed as being intelligent and in Holmes’ eyes, unforgettable. “The Man with the Twisted Lip” contains intriguing descriptions and an unlikely twist that got my attention. The story is extremely engaging and kept me on my toes while reading. The layout of the novel is enjoyable too. I love short stories and chapters because it keeps me engaged and interested.

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes is special and unique, and no other mystery stories come close to this classic. Personally, I would recommend the novel to anyone who loves a good mystery book and is a fan of short stories. It is definitely a book that should be on every mystery reader’s list!

Kaiya T.

The Adventures of Sherlock Homes by Arthur Conan Doyle is available to check out from the Mission Viejo Library. It is also available to download for free from Libby.