Enola Holmes is such a fun character on the page and on screen in the Netflix movie that I jumped at the chance to read the next book in Nancy Springer’s Enola Holmes series. In true form, Enola did not disappoint. I adored this entry into the Enola Holmes series. It works well as a stand alone, too.

Enola may be the much younger sister of the famed Sherlock Holmes, but she is a savvy sleuth and detective in her own right. This book in the series follows Enola as she tries to uncover what happened to a young woman's twin sister, Felicity Glover. Felicity married the Early of Dunhench who claims she has suddenly died of a fever. Her twin Letitia and Enola are unconvinced. When they discover that Felicity's death certificate is signed by John H. Watson, who denies ever signing the certificate, they infiltrate Dunhench manor to learn more.

Enola's wit, humor, and brave spirit shine throughout this book. The plot is fast-paced and engaging. I really appreciated Springer's attention to fashion and keen detail in the world-building of 19th century England.

This book explores fun with fashion, disguises, friendships, sibling relationships, subjugation of women, and injustices. I highly recommend it to fans of historical mysteries and YA.

Enola teams up with her infamous brother Sherlock Holmes to solve a mystery when a woman comes seeking their help in uncovering the events that lead to her twin sister turning up supposedly dead. This was my first read of a book in the Enola Holmes series. I did feel like it could read like a standalone. Enola is the type of character that any young adult female would relate to and look up to. She's smart, witty, creative, and not afraid to face a challenge head on. I absolutely could see my daughter reading this series in the near future as she approaches the appropriate age. I enjoyed it as an adult and will definitely keep this in mind as a series we can read together.

This was my first time dabbling in the world of Enola Holmes, and I’m now a fan! As a lover of Nancy Drew growing up, this book ended up being right down my alley, and I can’t believe I had never heard of the series. I already have plans to watch the movie now.

One of my favorite things about Enola Holmes and the Black Barouche was the way the reader got to see the way women were treated and thought of by society at the time. Enola is headstrong and wily but she still gets stumped by men not letting her do what she needs because it’s not proper for women (especially girls in her case) to act the way she does or travel alone like she does. It added extra tension to the story as you wait to see how she’s going to overcome her circumstances, and it also made me root harder for Enola.

Another thing I loved was the way Sherlock and Enola interacted with each other. Having not read the other books, I love that the author gave us a quick run through of Enola and Sherlock’s relationship because I would have thought it strange had I not known what they’d been through and their age gap. I enjoyed seeing the way they orbited each other throughout the book and how exasperated they would get with each other. The friendship between Tish and Enola was also a high point, and even though the circumstances that brought Tish to the Holmes’ door weren’t great, the bond that it created between the two was sweet to witness.

I won’t go into depth about the plot at all since it’s much better to go in knowing as little as possible, but I will say it was hilarious and wild at moments and somber at others. I had many ‘how is she going to get out of that’ moments, and the ending was very satisfying. Overall, this was a quick and exciting read that touched on important topics like the treatment of women, and I’d definitely recommend it as Enola’s voice was fun to read.

I was given a free e-copy of this novel by NetGalley in exchange for my honest opinion.

Fifteen year old Enola Holmes, the baby sister to Sherlock and Mycroft Holmes, is requested by Dr. John Watson to check on her brother as he is currently in a state of melancholy. Since their sibling reunion, Enola had not seen her brothers and was eager to assist. However, upon arrival another lady appears, needing Sherlock’s unique skills to find out what has happened to her twin sister, Felicity. Tish has received a letter from her brother-in-law that Felicity has died but Tish believes it to be false because twins always know. As Sherlock appears to be ignoring the lady, Enola takes it upon herself to find Felicity. Gradually, the case becomes interesting to Sherlock and soon brother and sister are working together to find, and save, Lady Felicity. Only now the case has taken a diabolical turn as Enola soon discovers that this is not the first of the Earl’s wives to have gone missing. Enola must use all of her resources to save the lady in question. She must even call upon her old friend, Viscount Tewkesbury.

I like the characters in Nancy Springer’s rendition better than others because in each book they convey such growth. If you follow from the first book Sherlock (and Mycroft) were such dunces when it came to women and their situations. By the sixth book, the reader could see that they had a new understanding for the females of the world. Though that doesn’t stop them from still being “old-fashioned” in regards to women of their acquaintance, it does allow them to see the women as strong characters. That is what Enola and Tish Glover truly are in this novel. These women are fierce in their protection but also in their sense of justice. However, there is compassion in them that shows a growth even in one as young as Enola.

The world that Nancy Springer writes is compelling and wonderfully written to make visualization easy. To start and end the novel in Sherlock’s voice is another way to show his growth, but it also allows for the reader to see the endpoints of the case from his point of view. The mystery itself was not hard to uncover as it is one used in historical fiction many times, but it was nice to see a women at the helm. The horrible conditions of the asylum are not new but Springer conveys the fear, disgust, and sadness in Enola and Tish so well that the reader cannot help but feel it as well. The best parts are seeing the interaction between Sherlock and Enola as they come up with their plan, but it also nice to see that Enola can still surprise Sherlock with her own network of associates. I was slightly disappointed that Mycroft was not involved in this story, but Dr. Watson and Viscount Tewkesbury more than made up for the omission. There is wit, danger, tragedy, but also humor throughout the novel making it a fast read.

I have read all of the Enola Holmes series by Nancy Springer, and believe this to be a wonderful continuation of her series. If you have not read the series, please do so.While the prologue does a good job of bringing a new reader up to date, it is not the same as reading the series. If you are in a hurry, then you could read this novel as a standalone. If, however, you are someone who prefers the details then reading the whole series before this one would make it better.

Overall I rate this novel 5 out of 5 stars.

This is a romp of a book. I love Enola Holmes, I think anyone who has a smart older brother would identify with Enola and delight in her sassy resourcefulness. In this outing Enola is sharing a client with Sherlock. The client's sister has reportedly died but the client does not believe it. HMMMMM, what could be going on? The Holmes, two of them, are on the case. Enjoy!

Many people recognize Enola Holmes from the famous Netflix Movies featuring Millie Bobby Brown; however, Enola Holmes was first the brainchild of author Nancy Springer and the protagonist of a young adult book series. Set to be released on August 31st, Springer continues the adventure series with Enola Holmes and the Black Barouche where our protagonist is once again set out to solve a mystery.

This book brought me back to my childhood of reading Nancy Drew books! I forgot how much I loved a good mystery until I dove into Enola Holmes’s world! This book had adventure, hilarity, and was just such a fun and quick read!

While this book is technically the seventh book in the Enola Holmes Series, I had no trouble diving right into the story with no prior knowledge of the events of Books 1-6. The prologue (which is narrated by the one and only Sherlock Holmes) provided the right amount of background information so that readers can jump straight into the newest books of this series.

With appearances from Sherlock and Watson helping out with the case, this book is a great melding of the classic Sherlock Holmes stories and a new and modern twist on them. If you’re looking for an adventurous mystery to binge-read then this is the book for you!

*I received an ARC from Wednesday Books in exchange for my honest opinion.

The seventh installment in the adventures of Enola Holmes might well be my favorite. Enola, the younger sister of famed detective Sherlock Holmes, finds herself working on a case alongside her famous brother. Miss Letitia Glover refuses to believe her twin sister has died suddenly and vaguely. She and Enola become fast friends in their search to discover what has become of Lady Felicity.

I really enjoyed that we got to see Sherlock and Enola working together in this installment. We got to see some affection out of Sherlock for his sister, while still retaining his famed personality. I also enjoyed the side of Enola we got to see (a little less lonely, enjoying fashion and making friends). While the villains in each of the previous books have been formidable, this one had my heart racing the most. The series has always had feminist undertones and this book really gets to the heart of how women were treated and viewed by some (especially in this era). The plot was fast paced and I didn’t feel like I had it all worked out ahead of time. As always, Nancy Springers writing style is fun to read, made me laugh out loud, and taught me many quirky, victorian words. I also enjoyed that we got to see more of old characters from previous books. I am so glad I was able to return to this world and these characters once more. Thank you to Netgalley and Wednesday books for the e-ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Enola is back in another wonderful, fun-filled mystery! This time, Enola Holmes is working with her older brother, Sherlock. Letitia Glover has received word that her sister, Felicity, has died. Despite also receiving ashes, she does not believe it. Enola and Sherlock are on the case, trying to find out what really happened to Felicity. This story is bound to satisfy series fans as well as those new to Enola mysteries. Enola is a bright, creative character, and her relationship with Sherlock is quite entertaining.

Fans of the Enola series on Netflix will love this iteration of young Enola's mystery solving. If you've read earlier books in the series you might be frustrated by how much background is given to each character but overall, it's an entertaining, quick read!

Enola Holmes and the Black Barouche (Enola Holmes #7)
by Nancy Springer
a twist on the reinvention of the Sherlock Holmes stories. As his younger sister not only is capable of hiding from her astute older brothers, but also find and solve nearly impossible social and political mysteries. Like the original it is the power of observation that helps Enola be as exceptional as her literary brother. I like the upstanding improvement of thought in the capability of women being the same as men. The story ignores the real history of the time, and uses the historical oppression of women as a literary ploy to show the innovative nature of the character Enola.

I got an advanced copy of this, and as a person who found the Enola Holmes movie on Netflix enjoyable I thought why not and decided to dive into this novel.

It was thoroughly enjoyable and the characters were exactly how I envisioned them. The story was fast paced and kept me wanting to know if the case would be solved, and in true Sherlock Holmes fashion he goes from the sulky brute to the master solver he is. Enola as a whole was enjoyable and I do hope there will be more books which feature her as a main character as I believe she really has a long book life ahead of her.

Enola Holmes and the Black Barouche is the seventh novel in Nancy Springer's series, following the younger sister of the famous (or infamous) Sherlock Holmes. I'll confess that I have not read the other novels in this series, as Enola Homes and the Black Barouche promised to work fine as a standalone. That being said – I now want to go back and read the rest!

Enola Holmes is the younger sister of two brilliant men. Sherlock and Mycroft Holmes. Yet, she's every bit as brilliant as they are and perhaps more tenacious. Currently, she's fifteen yet quite independent, living in a home for professional women.

She might have been content to avoid a new case for some time if not for the fact that one dropped on her doorstep. Or rather, her bother's doorstep. When he didn't jump up to help the woman in need, Enola didn't hesitate.

"Enola did not need protection.
Enola did not need to go to finishing school.
Nor did Enola need to be married off. Indeed, heaven helps any man who might be so unwary as to wed her."

What a delight! I went into Enola Homes and the Black Barouche with high expectations and was pleasantly surprised by the outcome. This novel was full of fascinating quips, twists, and revelations.

One might try to describe this series as a more feminine version of Sherlock Holmes, but that in itself doesn't feel accurate. Enola is very much her own character, as this novel proved to me. She's brilliant and stubborn and very talented at getting herself into the middle of things.

Personally, I really enjoyed her willingness to tackle larger and dangerous cases here. She's so extremely empathetic, and that is just one of the ways in which she stands out from her brothers. Well, that and her style.

Before anyone asks: no, I have not gotten around to watching the Netflix movie. I promise you that it is on the list, but I haven't had time yet. So I, unfortunately, can't make any comparisons between the two.

What I can tell you is that I thoroughly enjoyed Enola Homes and the Black Barouche, and I fully intend to add the previous six novels to my TBR list right away. Knowing me, I'll also be keeping up with the series from now on.

Enola Holmes, 15, is the much younger sister of Sherlock and Mycroft. As erudite and clever as her siblings she also brings feminine flavor and intuition to the game. While visiting Sherlock Tish Grover visits asking for help finding her twin sister., Felicity. Her aristocratic husband reported her death from a fever which Tish. doubts and soon the Holmes do also. Their digging uncovers other mysterious events including the death of a young first wife. . I have read a few of Spranger's other books in the series and for me she does a remarkable job of writing .in Sir Arthur's voice and capturing the characters and the period. Enola is a delightful protagonist...impulsive and independent . The story is well developed with touches of light hearted hurmor yet emphasizing the disturbing vulnerability and plight of young women in 1889. This. is a solid and engaging historical mystery with a good sense of time and place. Although developed for the young adult readership it would appeal to anyone who enjoys historical mysteries. I will continue to follow what I hope is a long running series .

The Enola Holmes series gets better with every new book, and I am delighted to know that the movie has renewed interest in the character.

Here, we have a slightly older Enola, well-established in London and developing a relationship with her famous brother. However, she is herself an original, rather than a version of Holmes in a dress and stylish hat. Together these to Holmes’ make a formidable team. Enola is far more impetuous than her clinical older brother, but her impetuosity and intuition serve her well and help move the story forward.

This is a quick read that will appeal to young teens but also to adult readers who enjoy alternate Holmes stories.

I love anything about Sherlock Holmes. The spinoff of his teenage sister solving mysteries is amazing! I love the brother sister relationship of the two characters. I love how Dr. Watson is a part of the story along with Enola's acquired friend. In this particular book, Enola and Sherlock team up to find out what truly happened to Letitia's twin sister Felicity. Reading this book is an awesome adventurous ride. I definitely recommend this book!
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This was a fun, but challenging read! The language was true to the time period, it made it realistic but I had to look several words up! It was a fun read and I enjoyed every minute of it, even my reliance on the dictionary. A wonderful addition to the Sherlock Holmes tales, I confess that I like Enola much better! She is a fun, feisty, ahead-of-her-time woman and I admire her spirit and spite! Much more fun than her brothers! Loved it and can’t wait for more!

Having read Springer's all of the earlier Enola :Holmes series, it was fun to have another Enola Holmes story. This was briefer than I would have liked and not as detailed as some earlier works. Still it was great to follow Enola once more.

I adored this. I'd not read the earlier books or watched the show so this was my entry into the world of Sherlock Holmes' younger sister Enola. She's a determined and spunky (I usually hate that word but it works here) investigator who finds herself working a complicated case with her brother. There are terrific Victorian atmospherics. Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC. I know this is meant as YA but adults (like me) will enjoy it as well.

Thank you Netgalley and St. Martin's Press for sending me an e-ARC of Enola Holmes and the Black Barouche by Nancy Springer in exchange for an honest review.

I had no idea that there was an Enola Holmes book series before I saw this on Netgalley. Enola Holmes and the Black Barouche was really fun to dive into and I will most likely be reading the rest of the series some time this year (This book can be read on it's own without the knowledge of what had happened in the previous books).

Enola Holmes is the 15 year old sister of Sherlock Holmes. When Sherlock falls into a state of depression after a long case, Dr.Watson visits Enola in hopes she could lift his spirits. While Enola is at Sherlock's house in an attempt to help him, Letitia Glover stops by seeking the aid of Sherlock. Tish (Letita) had received a letter from her twin sister Felicity 'Flossie' Glover's husband, telling Tish that Flossie had passed away from sickness, and was cremated before anybody has even heard news of her death. Tish doesn't believe it, so Enola says she will help her investigate. Upon hearing that Enola would be investigating alone, Sherlock agrees to help too.

I deeply enjoyed watching Sherlock and Enola work together, along with their dialogue in it's humor and wit. I also love the message that young women are capable, empowered, and independent. What I would've changed is that there wasn't really a reason behind what the villain did. Basically, all that was said was 'that's how he is'. That didn't detract much from how much I enjoyed the book though.

Overall, Enola Holmes and the Black Barouche was a very enjoyable mystery and I can't wait for the next book in the series.

I enjoyed this historical mystery involving Sherlock’s sister, Enola Holmes.

This is the seventh book in the series, but the first book I have read. I don’t feel like I missed too much because I had seen the adaptation of the first book on Netflix.

Enola is such an interesting character with smarts and sleuthing skills to rival her brothers. She is 15 and mostly living on her own in London.

In this book, Enola, with a little help from Sherlock, helps a young woman find her twin sister who has disappeared. I liked the way Enola, along with her crafty disguises, solved the mystery.

I recommend this engaging and fun historical mystery to all mystery lovers.