Thursday, January 27, 2011

Goodreads Challenge 5/85: The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes


Okay, okay, I started this book way back in November.  It was the book I keep in my backpack for emergencies--waiting rooms, lines--that kind of thing.  But that's no excuse.  I guess the reason it took me so long was because the book has about 15 short stories.  I'd start one and was motivated to finish it, but then I was done I'd put the book down for a while.

I selected this book for several reasons.  First, Sherlock Holmes is always on those "Top 100" lists for literary characters.  I want to form my own opinion.  Also, I'm a big fan of the TV show "House."  Greg House's character is loosely based on Sherlock Holmes, and I wanted to see for myself.  But most of all, I like to read mysteries, and I thought it was time I read this classic.

Sherlock Holmes (the guy) is definitely someone I'd like to have tea with.

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