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Moriarty (Horowitz's Holmes, #2)

Anthony Horowitz
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Moriarty (Horowitz's Holmes, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014

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Anthony Horowitz

Moriarty (Horowitz's Holmes, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014
Book Details
Pages

285

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London, England • 1890s

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Anthony Horowitz's Moriarty is a mystery novel set in the aftermath of Sherlock Holmes and Professor Moriarty's confrontation at the Reichenbach Falls. It follows detective Frederick Chase and Inspector Athelney Jones as they investigate a new criminal mastermind emerging in London, delving into intrigue and deception.

Reviews & Readership

4.0

37,355 ratings

68%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Moriarty by Anthony Horowitz is generally well-received for its clever plot and faithful homage to Arthur Conan Doyle’s style. Praised for its intricate twists and engaging narrative, it keeps readers enthralled. However, some critics note its pacing can be slow and the characterization of Moriarty lacks depth. Overall, it’s a satisfying read for detective fiction enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Moriarty (Horowitz's Holmes, #2)?

A reader who would enjoy Moriarty by Anthony Horowitz is likely a fan of clever, thrilling mysteries akin to Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes series. Enthusiasts of intricate plot twists found in books like The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown or The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson would also appreciate this novel's detailed narrative and suspenseful pacing.

4.0

37,355 ratings

68%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

285

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London, England • 1890s

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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