WOW!  Watson is Awesome
928078
I recently purchased this album and I highly recommend it to you.  As a Christian I am always looking for a hip sound that's fun to sing with, but most importantly speaks to my heart and helps me to worship.  Field Of Souls has it all!  Wayne Watson is similar to Stephen Curtis Chapman in sound but with a different but equally good style of song.
1593588
So long as you don't allow yourself to be tricked into buying the same book twice (yes, Virginia, Sherlock Holmes: The Missing Years is the same book!!) you are in for a treat. This author captures Holmes as Holmes would have been--still the world's greatest detective. Disguise, aliases, locations, all these meant nothing to the man behind the magnifying glass. The Fu Manchu like attack with the leech in the lamp--brilliant! I can't say enough good things about this book except Jamyang Norbu, don't make it your last! Definately five Sherlock stars! Quoth the Raven...
3544417
Stories and variations on the Sherlock Holmes detective stories are numerous and infinite in variety, but there are not a lot of books where Holmes takes a back seat and Watson comes to the forefront. "Dust and Shadow" highlights Dr Watson's caring and honourable nature, his pride in being the close friend of the brilliant Victorian detective, Sherlock Holmes, yet sorrowful over his friend's self-destructive nature. Written by Watson, and featuring some rather unusual and louche characters who may or may not be involved in the Ripper killings (you will have to read the book!), we are given an alternative and highly plausible reason for why the murders suddenly stopped.

The satisfying book is well-written, atmospheric in its build-up of horror, extremely accurate in historical descriptions, sympathetic in its portrayal of the inner-city poor of London and of that most dynamic of duos, Watson and Holmes. I hesitate to write more about the book as I do not want to give anything away, but suffice it to say that people who enjoy tense, well-paced and very well-written mysteries will enjoy Lyndsay Faye's superior book. I literally could not put it down, reading until the wee hours of the morning, and I am betting that anyone who picks it up will be unable to put it down as well. Encore, Ms Faye!
4953158
As someone who was not a previous fan of Sherlock Holmes, I have to say that I loved Art in the Blood.  By that I mean, I came to this novel having previously only seen the two Sherlock films featuring Robert Downey, Jr. and Jude Law, but never having read an Arthur Conan Doyle story.  Therefore, I can't offer comparisons to how it stacks up to "the Canon."  I read the whole book hearing those actors voices in my head.  All together, an added bonus in my estimation!

Notwithstanding, I thought the story was wonderful and stood well on its own.  It's fast-paced, historically sound, and richly worded.  The narrative perspective is that of Dr. John Watson, save for those times when he, with explanation, turns it over to another.  Throughout the story, it drew me in and drew me on to the next chapter.  My rather simplistic metric for a "good read" is one that causes me to find myself up in the middle of the night, waiting to find out what happens next.  Sort of a "can't put it down" scale.  By that measure, Art in the Blood ranked high!  As a result of reading it, not only am I highly anticipating Bonnie's next book, but my interest in reading the original works by Conan Doyle is now piqued.
4729470
I have listened to this album probably more than 300 times, and it is my favorite Watson album. The Import Reprise is also worthy - and certainly, so are the rest of his CDs, particularly his album, VOICE.  But for a one-stop shop, this is every bit as good as the best of the albums on the market.
4279988
A friend lent me this this book, but I liked it so much that I bought it for my own collection.

As a die-hard Sherlock fan, I've read many stories that never quite come to grips with the personality of a Sherlock Holmes tale. But Annelie Wendeberg's book will make Sherlockians rejoice! Her style is descriptive without bogging down in details. The reader can picture each scene while reading, like a movie in the mind.

I highly recommend this book to fans of the great detective. Even Dr. Watson makes a cameo appearance! The book has a preview of the next in the series, which includes the infamous Dr. Moriarty. I can't wait to read it. I don't want to give away any of the story, but I'll say this: Dr. Kronberg makes Irene Adler look like a coy schoolgirl!

Well done, Wendeberg!
4206659
Great book. Definitely for more advanced readers compared to the Mercy Watson series.
1130906
Ive read all of the books in this series by various authors. This is one of the best because the tone of Watsons narrative was excellent and the plot kept me interested.
Good job !!
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Once again, Craig Shephen Copeland delivers a fantastic Sherlock Holmes tale, full of witty debate, mystery, humor, conspiracy theory and intrigue. The moment I turned the first page, I was immediately hooked. Sherlocks stubbornness allowed for a rather enlightening but interesting debate regarding the notorious Jack the Ripper case. I must say, Mr. Copeland really makes you think and thats what a Sherlock Holmes story should do. The author really did a fantastic job at capturing the essence of Sherlock Holmes, and what made the character so great. Sherlock is just as observant, with his strong deductive skills and logic based reason was there during every conversation. Sherlock was always one of my personal favorite detectives because he notices everything that other don't and Copeland did a fine job at keeping the character true to its roots.

Doctor Watson, as usual, narrates this story, a story of a woman who hires Holmes to find her missing husband. Throughout the mission,  Watson tries to be Sherlocks voice of reason, and at times he is, but when it comes to case-cracking, Watson simply does not have the skills that Holmes has, and he is often questioning Holmes as to how he comes up with brilliant conclusions. I loved how Copeland focused on this classic tool, made famous by Conan Doyle; as Sherlock always explains his discoveries to Watson, in turn, actually explaining them to the reader. Simply awesome stuff here...a story that ranks with the best of those written by Sherlocks original creator. I cant say enough about Copelands Sherlock Holmes saga. Ive read several of his books and it truly is a treasure to have someone keep Sherlock Holmes in the world of fiction, so that new readers can have the opportunity to get acquainted with the greatest detective that ever lived !!!
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I listened to the audio of this book and would highly recommend doing so. Two talented people voice Jamie Watson and Charlotte Holmes and I think it helps you understand Holmes & Watson and all their quirks just that much more. This take on Watson and Holmes involves a set up by unknown individuals to frame Watson and Holmes for crimes using the original mysteries being duplicated. Of course there is a Moriarty which just makes this teenage version perfect with a touch of the dark side. Holmes can sometimes be his own worst enemy and Charlotte Holmes is no different. She is a flawed character with an extraordinary mind. Jamie Watson delivers some of the best lines that will bring a smile to your face. Together they are mesmerizing.
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One of the most fascinating features of this album is the amazing versatility of Watson in singing "That's Amore".  His voice is so smooth and so different of any of his "voices" and the mood created by Watson' is fabulous.  This mood is so strong that it completely envelopes the listener and draws him into a special world, just you and Watson, alone, a special place, perhaps of greater sensitivity and musical taste.
It is one of the best recordings I have ever heard.  The rest of the album, of course, totally defines Watson's image and persona...his wonderful classical and pop songs and voices to match!!!A great cd for years to come.
2010362
I think the relationship between Sherlock and Watson is perfection!  The wit of Benedict Cumberbatch and the calm/reservedness of John Freeman makes for a perfect pair.  Although the First Season was the best --- the series continues to entertain and do NOT disappoint.
682535
Benedict Cumberbatch is a good pick for Sherlock and Martin Freeman good for Dr. Watson.  Benedict's voice does not match his young face, but he fits the bill.  There's humor, thought provoking dialog and lot's of action.  The only thing I wonder is why there are only 3 episodes per season.  Wish there were more and looking forward to many more season.
20708
I first heard one of Watson's songs on another album which is a collection of many voice/instrumental artists.  Wow!  I couldn't believe his sound, and played and re-played the song again and again. Finally went to Amazon.com to take a listen to his other vocal songs, and I was hooked.  The album is great!  He sounds like he was born and raised in Italy ... right next door to Andrea Bocelli.
This makes great music for anytime -- in your office, while driving, while entertaining at home.  Simply spectacular. People will ask who he is, and will go and get the album themselves, too.
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In how many ways, during how many time periods could Sherlock Holmes and John Watson meet? Plenty. Here are just 50 lovely examples. Wendy's writing is in turn extremely humorous and tooth-achingly sweet, and sometimes both at once. I will definitely repeat read this!
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He brings some of his trademark character flaws into this new genre with all the lessons learned from his earlier writing efforts.  Mr. Watson is, in my opinion, an up and coming writer who will join the ranks of hallowed sci-fi and fantasy authors that so delight us all.  So many seem to 'write them all the same' while his trademark bad-ass female characters are in this one, he's brought a new level of refinement that makes them markedly different from his earlier work.  Read this. You'll become a fan.  I am not a paid reviewer, sooooo many reviews these days are either from a free book provided in hopes of a positive review  or by some egotistical wannabe editor with a useless English degree working at home on their etsy business, pithy and wordy.  I'm a reader, no degree, no claimable expertise in the literary world. I paid full price for this, and I'd do it again.  If you liked Michael Williamsons's "Freehold". You'll love this.
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As with all of his books, Mr. Watson has hit a home run!  I wish we were all as wealthy and prepared as these folks, but stuff happens, right?!  This has a unique story line and good characters and I look forward to seeing how things develop.  The boys definitely have potty mouth, but one word says it all..."tampon"!