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Sherlock Holmes in America

Martin H. Greenberg; Daniel Stashower; Jon L. Lellenberg; Lyndsay Faye; Lloyd Rose; Steve Hockensmith; Robert Pohle; Loren D. Estleman; Victoria Thompson; Gillian Linscott · 2009

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for Sherlock Holmes in America by Martin H. Greenberg; Daniel Stashower; Jon L. Lellenberg; Lyndsay Faye; Lloyd Rose; Steve Hockensmith; Robert Pohle; Loren D. Estleman; Victoria Thompson; Gillian Linscott. This book is content notes include Death of a character, Frightening scenes, Violence; positive qualities include Creativity & curiosity, Courage & resilience.

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Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character3/5
  • Frightening scenes3/5
  • Violence3/5

Strongest positives

  • Creativity & curiosity4/5
  • Courage & resilience3/5
  • Good role models3/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character3/5
Why this rating?

Murder and threatened death are central to several detective plots; deaths are generally treated as mysteries rather than graphically shown.

Graphic injury1/5
Why this rating?

Occasional descriptions of crime scenes or injuries, but not gratuitous.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Occasional period-appropriate mild language.

Religious themes1/5
Why this rating?

Not a significant theme.

Romance1/5
Why this rating?

Minimal romantic elements, usually incidental to the mystery plot.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Some tense moments regarding suspense and potential threats to characters.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

Not a feature of these stories.

Alcohol or drugs2/5
Why this rating?

Holmes stories commonly include smoking and references to drugs such as cocaine, reflecting the period and character portrayal.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Depicts criminal activity, shootings, and scuffles consistent with mystery fiction.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

Protagonists frequently display bravery in the face of dangerous criminals.

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Why this rating?

Inventive mysteries, alternative Holmes adventures, deduction, clues, and imaginative historical scenarios strongly encourage creative thinking.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

Diverse characters appear in various American settings, reflecting the context of the stories.

Educational value2/5
Why this rating?

Offers historical flavor and exercises critical thinking skills.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Characters sometimes show compassion, though Holmes is often detached.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Emphasizes logic, justice, and the importance of critical thinking.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Holmes is portrayed as highly intelligent and dedicated to solving mysteries.

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