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Sherlock Holmes and the Eisendorf Enigma

Larry Millett · 2017

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for Sherlock Holmes and the Eisendorf Enigma by Larry Millett. This book is content notes include Death of a character, Frightening scenes, Violence; positive qualities include Creativity & curiosity, Courage & resilience.

Book 8 · Shadwell RaffertySource checked

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Age guidanceNot listed
Strongest cautionsDeath of a character 3/5 · Frightening scenes 3/5 · Violence 3/5
Strongest positivesCreativity & curiosity 4/5 · Courage & resilience 3/5
Series positionBook 8 · Shadwell Rafferty
Recommendation3.3/5

Creativity & curiosity; strongest caution: death of a character.

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Creativity & curiosity; strongest caution: death of a character.

Readiness snapshotMain watch-out: Death of a character 3/5
Recommendation 3.3/5

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Recommended ageNot listed

Strongest cautions

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

Strongest positives

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

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Series progression

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Next volumeBook 9 · Rafferty's Last CaseStrongest cautions: Death of a character 3/5 · Alcohol or drugs 3/5Open next review →
  1. Book 1 · Sherlock Holmes and the Red Demon
    Death of a character3/5Frightening scenes3/5Violence3/5Alcohol or drugs2/5Graphic injury1/5Romance1/5Strong language1/5
    Starting point
  2. Book 2 · Sherlock Holmes and the Ice Palace Murders
    Death of a character4/5Violence3/5Alcohol or drugs2/5Frightening scenes2/5Graphic injury2/5Religious themes1/5Romance1/5Sexual content & nudity1/5Strong language1/5
    Gets more intense
  3. Book 3 · Sherlock Holmes and the Rune Stone Mystery
    Death of a character3/5Violence3/5Frightening scenes2/5Alcohol or drugs1/5Graphic injury1/5Religious themes1/5Romance1/5Strong language1/5
    Gets gentler
  4. Book 4 · Sherlock Holmes and the secret alliance
    Death of a character3/5Frightening scenes3/5Violence2/5Alcohol or drugs1/5Graphic injury1/5Religious themes1/5Romance1/5Strong language1/5
    About the same
  5. Book 5 · The Disappearance of Sherlock Holmes
    Death of a character3/5Frightening scenes2/5Violence2/5Alcohol or drugs1/5Graphic injury1/5Romance1/5Strong language1/5
    Gets gentler
  6. Book 6 · The Magic Bullet
    Death of a character3/5Violence3/5Frightening scenes2/5Alcohol or drugs1/5Graphic injury1/5Romance1/5Strong language1/5
    About the same
  7. Book 7 · Strongwood
    Death of a character3/5Frightening scenes2/5Violence2/5Alcohol or drugs1/5Graphic injury1/5Romance1/5Strong language1/5
    About the same
  8. Book 8 · Sherlock Holmes and the Eisendorf Enigma
    Death of a character3/5Frightening scenes3/5Violence3/5Alcohol or drugs2/5Graphic injury1/5Romance1/5Strong language1/5
    Gets more intense
  9. Book 9 · Rafferty's Last Case
    Alcohol or drugs3/5Death of a character3/5Strong language2/5Violence2/5Frightening scenes1/5Graphic injury1/5Romance1/5
    About the same

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What’s in it?

Death of a character3/5
Why this rating?

The plot centers around mysterious deaths, which are discussed and investigated throughout.

Graphic injury1/5
Why this rating?

Crime scenes and injuries may be mentioned, but available evidence suggests little graphic bodily detail.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Occasional mild, period-appropriate language may appear, without evidence of frequent or strong profanity.

Romance1/5
Why this rating?

Romantic interest appears minor and incidental rather than a central part of the mystery.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Atmospheric tension and suspenseful moments are common in the isolated, snowy setting.

Alcohol or drugs2/5
Why this rating?

Occasional references to tobacco or alcohol use typical of 19th-century setting.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Contains scenes of mild threat and descriptions of physical altercations typical of the mystery genre.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

Characters face dangerous situations to uncover the truth.

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Why this rating?

Encourages analytical thinking and problem-solving through deduction.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

The cast appears to offer limited representation, reflecting the historical setting and traditional mystery conventions.

Educational value2/5
Why this rating?

Promotes logical reasoning and historical curiosity about the late 19th-century era.

Kindness & empathy1/5
Why this rating?

Characters display professional ethics and occasional empathy.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Explores themes of justice, logic, and truth-seeking.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Holmes and Watson display intellect, perseverance, and dedication to their craft.

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