The Seven-Per-Cent Solution (Nicholas Meyer Holmes Pastiches #1)
The Seven-Per-Cent Solution (Nicholas Meyer Holmes Pastiches #1)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1993
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BetaThe Seven-Per-Cent Solution (Nicholas Meyer Holmes Pastiches #1)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1993224
Novel • Fiction
Europe • 1890s
1993
Adult
14+ years
Super Short Summary
The Seven-Per-Cent Solution by Nicholas Meyer is a pastiche novel where Dr. Watson helps Sherlock Holmes confront his cocaine addiction. They seek the assistance of Sigmund Freud, leading to a riveting adventure that blends classic detective work with psychological drama. The story pays homage to Arthur Conan Doyle’s iconic detective.
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Review Roundup
Nicholas Meyer's The Seven-Per-Cent Solution ingeniously merges Sherlock Holmes with historical fiction, delighting fans with clever plotting and witty dialogue. Praised for its elegant prose and faithful homage to Arthur Conan Doyle’s style, it occasionally faces criticism for pacing issues and an implausible villain. Overall, a captivating read for Holmes enthusiasts.
Who Should Read The Seven-Per-Cent Solution (Nicholas Meyer Holmes Pastiches #1)?
A reader who enjoys The Seven-Per-Cent Solution by Nicholas Meyer would appreciate classic detective tales, particularly those featuring Sherlock Holmes. Fans of Arthur Conan Doyle’s works and readers who enjoyed The Beekeeper’s Apprentice by Laurie R. King or The House of Silk by Anthony Horowitz would find this book engaging.
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Novel • Fiction
Europe • 1890s
1993
Adult
14+ years
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