I struggled with this Enola Holmes for the same reason I struggled with the first few - the writing style and way of speaking certainly matches the time period but I feel like this translates in a difficult way compared to how it would in the movie. I work with middle school students and I feel like they would immediately put this one down for that reason, same as they do with the older Nancy Drew books. This keeps them from getting to the story, which is the magical part.

Enola joins her brother Sherlock in once again securing the interesting Lady Cecily. With help from new friends, the benefit of the fickleness fashion, and her own tenacious intelligence, Enola once again sallies forth to save the day.

I very much enjoyed getting to know Lady Vienna, a very dear friend of Enola‘s mother. It is no surprise that such a close confidant would also possess such a backbone. I also hope to see Sherlock and his sister working closely together in future. They seem to make a great team.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for my free copy. These opinions are my own.

This was a wonderful addition to the series. At first, when I was selected to review this book, I was confused because it was introduced as a new series. I'm glad it's a continuation of the existing series, though, and that it falls in line with the Netflix storyline as well.

Another witty adventure for Enola. Not so much of a who done it but a what to do now type story. I enjoy these books for their simplicity. I love the relationship between Enola and her brother Sherlock. I had a bit of trouble staying with this story, it wasn’t much of a page turner but I was Cheering Enola on and as I mentioned, I always enjoy the banter between Enola and Sherlock.

Enola is tasked to help a friend who has been imprisoned by her own father in her own room. Her father wants her to marry and she does not. He also has her mother trapped as well so there’s no one to turn to except Enola.

Enola tries to help the friend while also has to keep her friend hidden from Sherlock who’s been hired to find and return the same girl.

The story is a bit random, kind of all over the place in my opinion. Many different layers to factor in. Over all, 4 stars. I enjoy Enola very much but would love to read meatier stories for her. These are well suited for middle graders but not much for adults.

This was an enjoyable quick read about a smart and sassy young lady, younger sister to Mycroft and Sherlock Holmes. This is the first I have read in the series and I thoroughly enjoyed it. The banter between Enola and Sherlock was great. I was eager to see which would outsmart the other. I also loved seeing how their minds worked in such similar fashions when they were trying to figure out clues.

This was the first I have read in the series, and although I didn't need to read the others first, I think it would have been beneficial just to know more about the backstory between Cecily and Enola. Cecily is Enola's best friend and Enola can tell something is off in Cecily's life. She learns that Cecily is being kept captive by her father, denied access to the outside world. Enola braves going to see her friend and quite comically tries to shoot arrows in to her window to alert of her Enola's presence. As expected, it doesn't go as planned. Cecily is able to escape, however and leads Enola on a goose chase of the city, riddled with clues and codes, in an effort to find her.

I will definitely be reading more in the series. Thank you to NetGalley for an ARC of this book. All ideas and thoughts are my own.

I’m a big fan of Enola and I really enjoyed this book and would recommend it to everyone!

Thank you Netgalley for an e-ARC!

Enola Holmes is back in another mystery! Last time around, her friend Lady Cecily was kidnapped and is now deemed unworthy of marriage (make it make sense), so her father has imprisoned her in her home. Meanwhile, Enola is attending classes at London Women's Academy, living at the Professional Women's Club, surrounded by other women who are interested in discussing science and current events, and basically living her best life. But when she's summoned by Lady Cecily, of course she comes to her aid - only to discover that Lady Cecily may not need saving after all, or possibly that she may not be the only one.

These books are just so dang fun. Enola is courageous and capable and definitely does not linger in her brother's shadow. I love her drive, her intellect, and her dedication to her friends. This series is technically geared somewhere between middle grade and YA, but honestly I think they are fun and fresh and great to read if you love mysteries with a strong female lead (which I do!).

I haven't appreciated a heroine this much in a long time. I like it that she has joined with her brother, Sherlock, but hasn't handed over her autonomy to him, and still does things her own way.

4 out of 5 stars - If you ask, I'll tell you to read it

Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin's Press, Wednesday Books for this advanced copy.

In this 8th installment of the Enola Holmes series, we actually revisit the characters from the 2nd and 4th mysterie, Lady Cecily Alastair and her family. I do love the crazy escapades that Enola gets up to in order to rescue her friend, and the story tells the sad truths of history and a woman's place.

One struggle I have is that these are to be YA books, but so often there are obscure words that make me happy I'm reading with my Kindle and can look them up.

Enola is once again on the case with a quick wit, a touch of charm and some fast thinking. When she finds out her friend, Lady Cecily Carlisle, is being held against her will (AGAIN), Enola sets out to rescue her with the assistance of her older brother, Sherlock, and a close friend of her mother’s.

This is the eighth book in a fast paced, fun series for middle to high school readers. Nancy Springer’s characters are lovable and the banter is wonderful. I enjoyed this one quite a bit and ranked it four stars. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Thank you to @netgalley, @stmartinspress and @wednesdaybooks for my digital ARC copy. All opinions are my own.

Enola Holmes returns in a new mystery. Nancy Springer has captured hearts and minds with the beloved Enola and this newest adventure does not disappoint!

Enola Holmes and the Elegant Escapade
Nancy Springer
Wednesday Books, St. Martin's Press
Pub day: 6 Sept. 2022
3.5 stars

Book Review🎉
Enola Holmes, Sherlock's much younger, and feistier, sister, returns in an adventure of a confused young Baronet's daughter who is on the run from her father's devious schemes in Nancy Springer's Enola Holmes and the Elegant Escapade. Book 8

This installment of the Enola Holmes's adventures is delightful entertainment for all ages. Enola is as feisty as ever and using her unique logic and resourcefulness; she is coming into her own all while attempting to rescue her friend, Lady Cecily Alastair. This book easily fits with the other stories in the series and can stand alone on its own.

I enjoyed this and found it hard to put down once I really got into it, which makes it a quick read. Springer's ability to transport readers into Victorian England never fails. If you like a little mystery, a little mischief, or simply a good story then this book is for you.

Thank you NetGalley, the author, and @wednesdaybooks Books for the digital ARC of this work in exchange for my honest review.

This is my first Enola Holmes book, but this will not be my last. This is just such a fun book. It is lighthearted, not to deep, just the perfect feel-good mystery that sweeps you away. The mystery is not over the top complicated, and just really leaves you enjoying the book for what it is. Enola is spunky and messy in all the best ways. I love her independence, and such faith in her friends. It was quite fun to see Sherlock interact with Enola. I feel like their relationship is going to be quite fun see develop if there are more books. I love how he learns not to underestimate Enola, and never judge a book by its cover. This is just honestly such a fun book. I truly look forward to recommending it in the near future.

Thank you to St. Martin's Press and Netgalley for allowing me to read an advance copy.

Thank you so much to NetGalley and Wednesday Books for the eARC of the delightful and intriguing second installment of the brand new Enola Homes series. Just like the first, it is an empowering and feministic view of the mysteries of Sherlock Holmes' time. Through Enola's eyes, we see the progression of women as the series goes on; such as with clothing or securing employment. Despite this, there's a long way to go, but our protagonist pays no mind to the difference. She is bound and determined to make her way in the world, and help everyone she can while she's at it.

In this novel, we follow the plight of Enola's best friend, Cecily. She has been imprisoned by her own father in her family home, and once the young detective learns of her predicament-- Enola breaks her out. What ensues from there is a sibling rivalry (with Sherlock having been contracted by Cecily's mother to find her), the mystery of the ever flighty lady (as Cecily runs from the prospect of being thrown back to her father), and questions regarding Cecily's mental health.

One of my favorite quotes from the book is as follows: "My dear lady, to be oneself is not misbehavior, unless one is criminally inclined." Sherlock recites this to Cecily as she fears being left-handed will cause her to be reprimanded. Because of this panic, the lady's mind splits, but her support system works hard to find a way back to normalcy. It's a heartwarming tale about finding and being yourself, and taking every avenue to do so-- no matter who stands in your way. Told from Enola's spunky narration, readers will enjoy laughs as well as tenderness. I can't wait for the next in the series!

Having come to an understanding with her brothers, Enola Holmes is now living in a ladies' club in London and pursuing her education to fulfill her desire to become a scientific perditorian. When she discovers that Lady Cecily Alastair's father is basically holding Lady Cecily prisoner in her own home, Enola resolves to help her friend. When Lady Cecily's mother asks Sherlock Holmes to find her daughter, Enola finds herself working to convince her brother that Lady Cecily cannot be returned home. But what is the alternative?
This was an enjoyable, quick read told from Enola's perspective as a highly intelligent, independent young woman in Victorian London. Although 8th in the series, it can easily be read and followed without having read previous books in the series (or not remembering them too well if you've read a lot of other books since the last one!)

Enola continues to fight the patriarchy through her secret codes and mystery-solving. It was nice to see Lady Cecily from The Case of the Left-Handed Lady making another appearance.

This was very similar to the other books in the series, so if you like other Enola Holmes books, you'll enjoy The Elegant Escapade as well. I would recommend reading at least books #1, #2, and #6 before this on.

Another riotous adventure with Enola Holmes solving her friend, Cecily's problem of being locked up by her f'ather. With the story based in England in the 1880's I loved her use of language, some so antiquated my Kindle couldn't define them. I love how Enola is such a strong female character and can even stand up to her famous brother, Sherlock Holmes. A delightful book for any age to read and a very quick read.

Enola is back with all her spunky grittiness, keeping her brother Sherlock at his wit's end as she sets off on her newest adventure.
Once again Enola comes to the rescue for Lady Cecily, her best friend. Rescuing her from her fiendish father (again), after Cecily is confined to her room, all her clothes, books, and personal effects taken from her, Enola arrives with the intention of breaking in to see what is happening to her friend only to have Lady Cecily shinny down a rope and escape into the night with Enola setting off this new caper.
As with all the other Enola escapades, this is a lively entertaining read, with all the intrigue, cloak and dagger antics we have come to expect from the feisty Enola Holmes.
A clean, quick read, recommend not only for young adult readers b ut old adults as well, no matter your age you are sure to be entertained from beginning to end with this young woman's antics.
Thank you to St. Martin's Press and to Net Galley for the free ARC, I am leaving my honest review in return.

In my younger days I was a devoted fan of the Enola Holmes series: historical mysteries centered on Sherlock Holmes’ little sister. When the author returned to writing Enola books after a considerable hiatus, I was over the moon, to the point that Enola Holmes and the Black Barouche became one of my favorite books of 2021.

I thank NetGalley and Wednesday Books for an ARC of the latest installment, but sadly I can’t count this one among my favorites. In this book, a character from the early books returns and in the world of 2022 (plus viewing the portrayal though an adult’s eyes) it simply does not work. The character in question, Lady Cecily, is described as having a “double” or “split” personality that manifests itself in left-handed and right-handed “versions”.

I’m not a medical professional but I feel like the depiction of mental health in this book is improbable and potentially offensive. It gives readers a false impression about a particularly sensitive subject. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle could get away with a lot because he published his work over a hundred years ago. In 2022, I expect more sensitivity and realism. In the ARC I read there was no disclaimer or explanation about fact vs fiction. I’m especially disappointed as this is aimed at younger readers and could increase the stigma and confusion around mental illness.

Besides this troubling aspect, the mystery itself is quite dull and I think younger readers will see through it right away. Enola is still her delightful self but the series has lost its footing. I can only help that the next book makes some kind of amends.

This was another fun romp with Enola Holmes this time involving rescuing a friend with split personality disorder from her own family. The one thing I really liked more with this book than the first one is that there's more Sherlock. I loved that we get to see Sherlock and Enola's relationship evolve in this book. These are such fun reads and I enjoy them.