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The Graphic Novel Adventures of Sherlock Holmes
The Adventure of the Norwood Builder
Mr. McFarlane is accused of murder and the evidence is piling up against him. Can Holmes prove what really happened and clear McFarlane's name?
48 pages, Library Binding
First published January 1, 2010
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March 25, 2022
This story shows to what length some people will go who feel that they have been badly used by someone.
In this case, a young man, John Hector McFarlane, becomes part of a set-up by an older man, Jonas Oldacre.
Holmes' investigation start with John's mother in Blackheath and end at Deep Dene House, in Norwood. As usual, Doctor John Hamish Watson (BMMS) accompanies, and lends support to Holmes in much of his investigation.
This is where John has been invited one evening, by Mr. Oldacre, after an office visit in the city, to finalize the details of Mr. Oldacre's will by reviewing some documents that are kept there.
In this case, a young man, John Hector McFarlane, becomes part of a set-up by an older man, Jonas Oldacre.
Holmes' investigation start with John's mother in Blackheath and end at Deep Dene House, in Norwood. As usual, Doctor John Hamish Watson (BMMS) accompanies, and lends support to Holmes in much of his investigation.
This is where John has been invited one evening, by Mr. Oldacre, after an office visit in the city, to finalize the details of Mr. Oldacre's will by reviewing some documents that are kept there.
December 11, 2019
“Fire!”
A short read from Doyle, but nevertheless a good one. The interactions between Lestrade and Holmes is always interesting, but above all I really enjoyed the way this one was written. The attention to detail for the characters appearances and reactions was refreshing and easy to visualize. The plot came across as sluggish at first, but the well known Sherlockian“ah-ha!” moments close to the end were worth the buildup.
Did not care for the “it was just a joke!” behind the motivation, but I suppose it worked well for the narrative in the long run.
A short read from Doyle, but nevertheless a good one. The interactions between Lestrade and Holmes is always interesting, but above all I really enjoyed the way this one was written. The attention to detail for the characters appearances and reactions was refreshing and easy to visualize. The plot came across as sluggish at first, but the well known Sherlockian“ah-ha!” moments close to the end were worth the buildup.
Did not care for the “it was just a joke!” behind the motivation, but I suppose it worked well for the narrative in the long run.
May 1, 2021
I’m starting to notice a pattern that all the bad guys and Sherlock Holmes adventures are ugly, little, twisted, wretched, dark and unpleasant. Compare that with Lilo and Better Call Saul. Now that bad guy is both charming highly emotive and brilliant. And of course he’s a crazy psycho pathic murderer capable of almost anything. I guess it’s easier just to make people who are evil, look horrible. I like the story itself and I very much enjoy Sherlock Holmes adventures where you can’t predict what’s going to happen.
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April 2, 2020
Seems pretty straight forward a case at first, man signs a will handing his property in case of death to a friend's son, and has the latter meet him at home and discuss valuable documents. That same night, there is a fire and the man who handed out his will is disappeared/burnt, and the friend's son is arrested for plotting murder in favour of receiving the property but is this really the case..... Something only our baker Street detective can resolve 🤠
August 7, 2020
Another mystery for Holmes to solve. A young man comes rushing into Holmes and Watson’s room about to be arrested by Lastrade. The man is accused of murder, he is the prime suspect, especially after being made the sole heir in a will of the murdered man. Why was he made sole heir? A mystery for Holmes, where did the fingerprint come from, is Lastrade corrects, a story of bitter vengeance.
September 9, 2021
Mid-year mystery madness
July 5, 2014
Horn Book (Fall 2010)
These bare-bones adaptations are styled as graphic novels, which may appeal to reluctant readers. Unfortunately, the dialogue is stilted, the plot points aren't always clear, and there's no strong sense of Sherlock Holmes or Dr. Watson's personalities. Illustrations in muted tones favor wide-eyed female characters (` la manga). Each volume includes a common brief biography of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Reading list. Glos. [Review covers these Graphic Planet: The Graphic Novel Adventures of Sherlock Holmes titles: Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's The Adventure of Abbey Grange, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's The Adventure of the Dancing Men, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's The Adventure of the Empty House, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's The Adventure of the Norwood Builder, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's The Adventure of the Red-Headed League, and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's The Adventure of the Speckled Band.]
Library Media Connection (October 2010)
The timeless appeal of Holmes and Watson, reinforced with large panels on each page, clear colors, and easily readable font in high-contrast white bubbles, will make this set of adventures in demand with emerging, reluctant, and struggling readers. All titles contain a cast of characters, glossary, about the author, additional works, and a website section. The author adapted the text and the illustrator created the artwork in all stories, adding further consistency to the series. Although The Speckled Band adaptation varies a bit from the original story (Holmes? slashing at the snake is not shown as the reason the snake attacks the stepfather), the series doesn?t shy away from violence. This series is a nice way to introduce readers to Sherlock Holmes. Recommended. Lori Robinson, Librarian, Smyrna (Delaware) High School Guinea PIG, Pet Shop Private Eye
These bare-bones adaptations are styled as graphic novels, which may appeal to reluctant readers. Unfortunately, the dialogue is stilted, the plot points aren't always clear, and there's no strong sense of Sherlock Holmes or Dr. Watson's personalities. Illustrations in muted tones favor wide-eyed female characters (` la manga). Each volume includes a common brief biography of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Reading list. Glos. [Review covers these Graphic Planet: The Graphic Novel Adventures of Sherlock Holmes titles: Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's The Adventure of Abbey Grange, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's The Adventure of the Dancing Men, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's The Adventure of the Empty House, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's The Adventure of the Norwood Builder, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's The Adventure of the Red-Headed League, and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's The Adventure of the Speckled Band.]
Library Media Connection (October 2010)
The timeless appeal of Holmes and Watson, reinforced with large panels on each page, clear colors, and easily readable font in high-contrast white bubbles, will make this set of adventures in demand with emerging, reluctant, and struggling readers. All titles contain a cast of characters, glossary, about the author, additional works, and a website section. The author adapted the text and the illustrator created the artwork in all stories, adding further consistency to the series. Although The Speckled Band adaptation varies a bit from the original story (Holmes? slashing at the snake is not shown as the reason the snake attacks the stepfather), the series doesn?t shy away from violence. This series is a nice way to introduce readers to Sherlock Holmes. Recommended. Lori Robinson, Librarian, Smyrna (Delaware) High School Guinea PIG, Pet Shop Private Eye
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March 16, 2015
Could have been better. The mystery wasn't explained very well but other then that it was decent.
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