Synopsis:

When Enola Holmes, the much younger sister of detective Sherlock Holmes, discovers her mother has disappeared—on her 14th birthday nonetheless—she knows she alone can find her. Disguising herself as a grieving widow, Enola sets out to the heart of London to uncover her mother’s whereabouts—but not even the last name Holmes can prepare her for what awaits. Suddenly involved in the kidnapping of the young Marquess of Basilwether, Enola must escape murderous villains, free the spoiled Marquess, and perhaps hardest of all, elude her shrewd older brother—all while collecting clues to her mother’s disappearance!

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What To Expect:

Enola Holmes is a cozy mystery with a classic “whodunnit” feel for middle grade + young adults. Readers that enjoy solving ciphers and puzzles will enjoy this introduction to the character of Enola.

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Content Warnings:

Language: None

Sexual Content: None – A prostitute is mentioned very briefly, with no description or explanation.

Violence: Mild – Kidnapping

Substance Use: None

Prejudices: Mild – Sexism, some racial slurs

Religious Themes: One character is described as a medium, and states that she uses spirits and seances to help find the lost. This is reflected as nonsense in the book rather than used as a positive theme.

Other Topics: Mild – Child abandonment

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