I love Enola Holmes so much. The story is wonderful. I really enjoyed every case she solved. I also really enjoy her interactions with sherlock and how she keeps getting away from him. She is such a strong personality and it's amazing. The art is amazing as well. There are definitely moments that made my heart bleed for her but I'm glad she ends up resolving things with people. Overall highly recommend this graphic novel if you love Enola Holmes.

Sadly I coulnd´t read this book because i could open the download link on any of my devices. But I read the first book of the actual novels and watched the first movie. So this review is based on those and the story I know from them not on this edition. I would recommend it to younger readers who like to read about riddles and something with tension.

These three novellas by Enola Holmes in graphic novel form are also really nice. The perfect drawings for a book whose target audience is 10- to 16-year-olds, plus adults like me. With the sixth story then, the main arc that also featured the Holmes brothers' mother comes to an end, and I like the turn the overall story is taking, which has Scherlock and Mycroft much more involved.

Anche queste tre novelle di Enola Holmes in forma di graphic novel sono veramente carine. I disegni perfetti per un libro il cui target sono i ragazzi tra i 10 ed i 16 anni, piú gli adulti come me. Con la sesta storia poi, si conclude l'arc principale che aveva come protagonista anche la mamma dei fratelli Holmes e mi piace la piega che sta prendendo la storia generale, che vede Scherlock e Mycroft molto piú coinvolti.

I received from the Publisher a complimentary digital advanced review copy of the book in exchange for a honest review.

The Enola Holmes graphic novels are always so well done and this one is no exception. I love both the art and the story telling. The mysteries are always interesting and I love how some of the history of the story or how it is solved is at the end of each story. Definitely recommend them!

Thank you to NetGalley for an ARC of this book!

An amazing graphic novel!
I had already read the first volume which contains three stories and now I was finally able to conclude the story with the last three.

Beautiful!
The boards are incredible and the colors very vivid.
I loved the story and my absolute favorite part is the "secret notes" at the end of the story where Enola explains the disguises and the secret codes and there are some drafts to better see the disguises.

Beautiful

I have always loved Sherlock and now Enola! I didn’t know much about her until the Netflix show. I’m so excited that season two will be coming out in November, by the way! I saw this on Netgalley and just had to request it! I’m so glad I did.

You get three different mysteries in this book. I didn’t realize this was volume two but now need to get my hands on volume one! If you enjoy the show, Sherlock, or just mysteries then I think you will love this one. Not only, did I love how she was able to capture the mysteries in graphic novel format but the Illustrations are amazing. These illustrations are so beautiful that I slowed way down to read this and really pay attention to the beauty.

There are many themes of feminism and freedom throughout all three of these mysteries. Enola is trying to find her mother at the beginning and ends up going through several different avenues. It brings her to all these cases and by the end, we get some clarity. The growth Enola’s brothers have isn’t the greatest but better at the end. I think they are finally starting to respect her and see that she’s capable. The different disguises that Enola can perfect are very entertaining as well.

Overall, I really enjoyed this set of stories and highly recommend them to younger audiences! It’s a bit simplistic but I loved that about it. I’m telling you the illustrations are so gorgeous that it will be hard not to love this for that alone.

Many thanks to Netgalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for an e-ARC to review!

I received an eARC of this title through NetGalley in return for an honest review.

Enola Holmes is back in this fun graphic novel adaptation of the book series of the same title.

I genuinely liked this adaptation. I felt it had all the important scenes necessary to tell the story. Of course some things were missing or different from the book, however, I think this adaptation pulls the story together in a cohesive way. The artwork is similar to the first volume of these graphic novels in an almost watercolor-esque style.

What I really like about this graphic novel series is at the end of each story, there is an explanation of the ciphers and coded messages as well as historical details about the era. In one, it talks about how women would wear corsets, sometimes to an extreme. I think this adds to the story and a good way for younger readers to understand the historical context. It also has sections on how to make your own ciphers which I think would interest people as well.

Thank you to Netgalley and Andrew McMeel Publishing for the ARC.

I thoroughly enjoyed this graphic novel it was funny, adventurous, and adorable. Enola is a young girl 14 and she is a detective and solves her own mysteries. She kind of runs circles around her brothers. She's smart, spunky and independent. One of the reasons what I love about graphic novels is just seeing all the beautiful images and this was lovely to look at.

Sherlock Holmes' spunky, independent sister holds her own as a detective in these three stories in a series of six. Because of the inspiring female main character - especially set in a time when women weren't often portrayed with this much strength - and the absolutely gorgeous, I really wanted to love the book. But my lack of understanding what was going on, holds my rating back.

I have not read any Enola Holmes books, nor the first three of the graphic novels, but considering it's geared toward middle grade (and a graphic novel), I didn't anticipate struggling to understand the story or characters! After the first ten pages, I went back and re-read them because I didn't know who was who. I was missing any/all of the back story.

Aside from that struggle, I did enjoy the artwork very much - it may be my favorite yet in all the graphic novels that I've read. It's very colorful and vibrant with loose lines that create a lot of detail and interest. The characters' eyes show much more than one would anticipate from an eye.

I would recommend reading an Enola Holmes book, or the first graphic novel (which contains three stories) before reading this one. Lack of confusion about the characters and stories would have helped me appreciate the stories along with the beautiful artwork.

Thanks to NetGalley for the ebook.

This was delightful! I love the Enola Holmes adventures and this graphic novel compilation is an engaging and enjoyable way to experience them. I have not previously read the books this graphic novel is based on, but I had no difficulty following the story.

The artwork is gorgeous! the watercolor illustrations are free-flowing enough to give the pieces a sense of movement. The colors are vibrant and convey the emotion of each scene excellently, as well as the personality of the characters. Speaking of personality, each character is drawn in a way that makes them ooze personality. They are unique, distinct, and memorable, making the experience of reading even more fun. In many ways the characters remind me of those one might encounter in a Charles Dickens novel.

I love the way Enola runs circles around her brothers despite being only 14. She is inquisitive, has a brilliant mind, and is very resourceful. The story is a whirlwind where she leaves everyone in the dust as she rockets about solving mysteries. She gives Sherlock a run for his money.

I hope there will be more volumes of these Enola Holmes graphic novels because they are loads of fun and I would love to read more.

*Thanks to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for providing an e-arc for review.

The second collection of these graphic novel adaptations continues the same mix of grand arc concerning a lost Holmes family member, and individual cases. That said, the first here brings characters of old back as well, when a young woman seems to have been purloined by evil people and only Enola Holmes can work out why and where she is. There’s another kidnap in the second book here, of Enola’s landlady no less, and a peculiar drama that ropes in Florence Nightingale, a la one of those Doctor Who history lesson stories.

Everything comes to a head for the sixth story – which is where the original prose books had finished for some good years until a seventh turned up more recently. And with it concluding (more or less/for now) I have to admit knowing nothing of the source for these graphic adaptations, but I liked them. Yes they have a bit of the manga about the portraits here and there, but they know enough Conan Doyle material to just drop in some Dancing Men and move on, matter-of-factly. I think the better material here is regarding the larger arc of Enola’s intentions, however much it gets to be too modern come the finish. (Certainly the last of the six didn’t deserve to be retitled from something vaguely, mildly objectionable to certain SJWs to being named after the stand-alone plot.) But I think the target audiences will thoroughly enjoy these two volumes, and engage well with Enola as a strong, inventive and go-getting character.

Enola Holmes has three cases to solve. The first falls in her lap while visiting the only female public lavatory in London. There is an acquaintance being held against her will that needs rescuing from a forced marriage! This is managed with some strategic help from Sherlock. Then there is the case of the kidnapped landlady! This involves codes, intrigue and Sherlock and Enola coming to an agreement to solve the case. The final case involves s a missing duquesa, a distraught husband, and gypsies. Solving the case finally brings Enola, Sherlock, and Mycroft into agreement over Enola's future. Just wished the art was more similar to that of Enola Holmes: Mycroft's Dangerous Game! Overall, an interesting trio of set pieces that advance the Enola Holmes story line.

Thanks Netgalley for the opportunity to read this title.

The second collection of Serena Blasco’s graphical adaptations, this edition containing books four to six of the Enola Holmes series by Nancy Springer.

I still haven’t read the original books nor seen the TV series. But I have read the first volume of the graphic novel, which collected the first three stories, and that helped get into this one easily.

The three stories in this book are:
Book 4: The Case of the Peculiar Pink Fan
A woman is being forced to marry, and her only hope of escape is Enola.
Decent story. Too many jumps in logic and too many convenient coincidences for my liking. The weakest of the three tales.

Book 5: The Case of the Cryptic Crinoline
Enola’s landlady Mrs. Tupper is kidnapped, so Enola is personally involved in ensuring her safe return.
Better than the first one in terms of continuity and flow. Also contains a surprise appearance by a very popular and inspirational lady.

Book 6: The Case of Baker Street Station
A rich duquesa is kidnapped, and her husband comes to “Dr. Ragostin” for help.
This was a fun one, and also a test of memory as it contained references to incidents that took place in Volume One. I loved how Mycroft, Sherlock and Enola finally come together. This story also resolves the mystery that started it all –that of Enola’s missing mother.


The common theme in volume 1 was that all the cases dealt with missing persons. This time around, each of the three cases involves a missing woman. However, the stories didn’t feel repetitive this time around as the modus operandi and the resolution was quite different in each. Also, each case involves Sherlock also being hired for the investigation, not necessarily by the same party.

This series began with Enola’s mum going missing. In fact, Enola’s journey towards being a detective began with wanting to locate her mum. In the final story of this volume, the three Holmes siblings finally come to know about Enola’s mother. That track is interesting and comes to an end.

As in the first collection, Enola’s secret notebook filled with her illustrations, her thoughts about the case, and some informative points. These added the perfect conclusion to each story.

On the flip side, there are again far too many convenient coincidences. Most of the times, it is like information presents itself when Enola is around. I also found it tough to accept Enola as a fourteen year old.

The illustrations are pretty good in their effect. However, when Enola is in disguise, as she often is, the sketches are inconsistent. For one, her height keeps varying. When she’s disguised as a child, she’s suddenly shorter, and when she’s dressed up a man, she’s tall. Also, there’s one instance where Mycroft doesn’t recognise her at all - that was impossible to believe.

On the whole, I enjoyed this book more than the first one. I think Sherlock’s greater appearance in this collection had a small part to play in that, even though it is still Enola who is one step ahead of her more famous brother. Moreover, the three Watson siblings work together on the final case, and that was easily the highlight of the book. As these are aimed at teenagers, they will surely be a hit with the right target audience. Reading volume one before this is advisable, though not necessary.

3.75 stars.

My thanks to Andrews McMeel Publishing and NetGalley for the DRC of “Enola Holmes: The Graphic Novels Book Two”. This review is voluntary and contains my honest opinion about the book.

I thoroughly enjoyed this graphic novel and will definitely be getting my daughter her own copy when she’s old enough!

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the arc in exchange for an honest review.

Really enjoyed this!
I will update the review with the link to on our blog closer to publication date.

I'd like to thank the publisher Andrews McMeel Publishing and Netgalley for providing me with a review copy in exchange for an honest review

Enola Holmes is such a character. I was so excited to see that the second volume of stories was available to read on Netgalley. I think it's so great to see a female detective in the time of Sherlock Holmes, when women were merely expected to look pretty and find a husband, and how she fights these stereotypes in her own way. I also liked her reunion with her brothers this time around, as well as the closure she finally got with her mother.

This entry in the world of Enola Holmes is yet another charming visual mystery — I love the use of the comics medium to share this kind of story.

I love these graphic novel adaptations. I adore the color palette. Its such a wonderful companion to the novels. The art is really cool!
As for the mysteries, they're great, I've listened to them all. Good, quick mysteries for younger readers

I really enjoyed reading this with great illustrations, and a good storyline. I'm new to Elona Holmes but I'm keen to follow more of her adventures.

I’m a big fan of Enola Holmes and wasn’t sure what to expect in the graphic novel, sometimes graphic novels just don’t capture the story or characters well enough. I’m very pleased to say that was not the case with this one.

This is the classic Enola we all know and love, just illustrated. I really loved the artwork in this one. The colors are bright and engaging. I plan to buy a copy of this as soon as it’s available for my nephew to read during homeschooling. I absolutely loved it and I’m 31 years old.

Everyone should give this one a read through.