I love the premise of this book, that the MC Joanna is the daughter of Sherlock Holmes and is following in his footsteps! Since this was the 7th book in a series I have not read before, I felt a bit lost at times.

The plot is interesting, with the prince disappearing mysteriously during WWI and a possible plot to remove him from England which adds an urgency to the investigation.

I would recommend this to fans of Sherlock Holmes spinoffs, however I would suggest starting with the first book in the series for more context.

Even though you learn quite early in the story who the bad guy is the journey to get to the end was enjoyable. I enjoyed this story more than the Abduction of Pretty Penny (book #5 in The Daughter of Sherlock Holmes Mystery series), I believe it was because I was used to Leonard Goldberg's style of writing and I knew what to expect.

Steve West did a good job narrating this novel and I enjoyed listening to his accent; I will definitely look for books narrated by Steve in the future.

The novel, The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson, is a modern-day update on the classic tales, bringing the stories forward one generation through the exploits of Sherlock and Irene Adler's daughter, and two Drs. Watson; the father and son.

One of the most challenging tasks for an author is to write in the footsteps of a renowned writer like Conan-Doyle. However, Goldberg successfully takes on this challenge by putting his spin on the classic stories, and with the added warmth in the interaction between the 20th Century Holmes-Watson team, he brings a fresh perspective to the characters.

The author creates a brilliant, analytical daughter in Joanna Watson (Sherlock's daughter, married to Watson's son), who contributes significantly to the success of the novel. Additionally, the novel introduces a Watson offspring who is not bumbling or subservient and has his own unique set of skills. These characterizations add depth to the story and bring the characters to life in a relatable way.

As in Conan-Doyle's stories, the reader is expected to accept detailed analysis of evidence and constant scrutiny over every detail or misdeed. However, the complexity of the plot comes together to form an intriguing puzzle with a satisfying resolution.

In conclusion, Goldberg's novel successfully brings a modern twist to the classic Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson tales. The characterizations of Joanna Watson and the Watson offspring add depth to the story, and the added warmth in the interaction between the Holmes-Watson team brings a fresh perspective to the characters. Goldberg's attention to detail and intricate plot create an intriguing puzzle that is sure to please fans of the original stories.

I have listened to the existing books in this series and it takes me sometime to get into it bacause Joanna drives me mad! But having said that the entire series including this latest release is well worth it! Joanna is so like Sherlock. And the older Watson, adds elements of Sherlock books through his reminisces.

Always a good listen.

I enjoyed this book in the series . This was the first time I'd listened to a audio of a book from the series and I found it just as interesting .

Thank you to the author , publisher, and Netgalley for my eARC in exchange for anhonest review

Somebody has kidnapped the HRH. Prince Harry and they didn’t act alone. The palace thought Prince Harry escaped on another one of his sexual escapades until they realized the horse came back, the ground was littered with cigarette butts, there is a rope, and that’s when they were alarmed and realized, he’s more than missing. Trying to avoid a national scandal, they contact Sherlock Holmes’ daughter, Joanna Watson to investigate.

As we delved deeper into the disappearance, we found more than meets the eye! We have a ransom note wanting the crowned jewel for Prince Harry’s return, German spies, MI5, and Moriarty! Colonel Moriarty is keen on duplicating the very final scene! Will history repeat itself?

To the delight of Sherlock Holmes fans everywhere, the Baker Street Irregulars, and even Moriarty makes an appearance, as does our recurring favorites, Dr. John Watson (both Sr. and Jr.), and LeStrade of Scotland Yard.

What I loved is seeing the illegitimate daughter of Sherlock Holmes who is very much like her parents and has a huge knack for sleuthing and thinking outside the box. My problem with this novel was the lack of truly getting the full character development of the other characters other than getting a more revealing of Joanna Watson. I will admit, I jumped into this series. I read book 7 without having read any of the other previous books in this series.

I listened to the first 6 books in this series to get ready for this latest installment and I am not sad that I did! This series is great and I really enjoyed getting to know all of the characters. I love Leonard Goldbeg's new take on "Sherlock Holmes" by him having a daughter and grandson that follow in his footsteps! I can't wait for the next one in the series!

The seventh book in the Daughter of Sherlock Holmes mystery series, The Wayward Prince, is a fun and engaging read. Joanna, the daughter of Sherlock Holmes, is not always likeable, but she is a clever and resourceful detective. The Watsons, Joanna's friends and assistants, are slightly bumbling, but they are loyal and helpful. The bad guys in this book are a new generation of criminals, and they are just as clever and dangerous as the ones Sherlock Holmes faced. Overall, The Wayward Prince is a great addition to the series. It is a fast-paced mystery with plenty of twists and turns. Fans of the series will not be disappointed.

Steve West is a reliably low key narrator who keeps the reader focused on the story.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Um, the British do not measure in inches. I couldn't get past this common mistake. When the author worked so hard to write in character this destroyed it for me.

I have enjoyed this series from the start, but this one seemed off. The many aspects of the mystery were convoluted. The story would have been better without the addition of Moriarty supposedly controlling everything to avenge his brothers death. The story just didn’t flow like the others have and the ending was anticlimactic. As usual, the narrator was brilliant. I probably would have DNFd with a different narrator.

For all the Sherlock Holmes book buffs this is a story for you. I occasionally dabble in investigative mysteries and was looking forward to this story after reading the description. Intrigue and spy plot aside, it was a bit lackluster on building suspense overall. The pace is also quite fast in breaking down evidence and deducing criminal activity that may be better suited for a film adaptation.

Prince Harry has gone missing when out for what should have been a typical horseback ride. Scotland Yard is unable to make any deductions on the HRH’s whereabouts and MI5 has alarming decoded messages that allude to German involvement. Without sufficient clues, Joanna and the Watson’s are called in to investigate. Clues take the investigation throughout London as well as the seedier parts. Soon Joanna and the Watsons become ensnared in a bigger maze of criminal activity in the underground headed by a mastermind seeking revenge.

The narration by Steve West was excellent. Though the reader is left out on how Joanna comes to her conclusions, the narration helps to give an overall feel for her character.

I enjoyed this one. Very entertaining .

Narrator did a good job. Sometimes I need to speed up audiobooks but I didn’t need to speed this one up at all.

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I have always loved Sherlock Holmes and The Daughter of Sherlock Holmes Mysteries series lets me bask in that enjoyment. I really enjoy all the snart investigations and the setting in England. Plus the series is narrated by STEVE WEST.

The excitement begins with the abduction of Prince Harry. Then we have the backstreet abortions. The German spies are linked into the fray. But the puppet master pulling the strings is Colonel Moriarty who wants to get rid of Joanna in the same way her father got rid of his brother. There are plenty of villains and crimes all around.

Joanna uses her many talents to track down the German to try to locate the Prince and save the treasure of the ransom. The Irregulars provide an assist. Other cases and characters from them weave into the story. She cleverly avoids death and lose of the treasure. But they do not locate the Prince.

Another exchange is set up with a final battle between Joanna and Moriarty. She has prepared smartly, as usual. She is determined to see it through to protect her son's future.

You will need to read yourself for all the clever deductions and battles. I really enjoy these characters, their friends and allies, and their adventures.

Narration:
The narrator is my absolute favorite - STEVE WEST!!!!!! Definitely, his narration enhanced my enjoyment, and I often chose audiobooks because he is the narrator. The tones of both male and female characters were appropriate, as well as the various European accents. I happily listened at my normal 1.5x speed.

The narrator did a nice job with this one. He threw his voice consistently for various characters and kept up the different accents. I had it on at 2x speed and had no issues with the pacing.

As an avid Sherlock Holmes fan, this one seemed pretty obvious for me. Each time Joanna had to explain her line of reasoning or slight of hand, I'd already picked up on it previously, so the payoff wasn't as satisfying.

This was a unique take on SOME of the beloved characters, which allowed for some freedom for our author. I had to shake my head a bit at the connections between this Prince Harry and our modern day Prince Harry, but I understand capitalizing on familiarity.

A few nice throwbacks to reiterate the time period, but a few slow parts that drug on a bit too much. Still, worth the read.

Overall: 4 stars

I'll tell my students about: death

**Thank you to NetGalley and Macmillan Audio for the free ALC. All opinions expressed are my own.**

Title: The Wayward Prince
A Daughter of Sherlock Holmes Mystery
Written by Leonard Goldberg
Narrated by Steve West

I received an ARC (advanced reader copy) of this audiobook through Netgalley.

This was an okay audiobook. It was far too slow at many places.

And, the use of cigarettes and pipes was far overdone. They are both entirely unnecessary.

I haven’t read any other books in this series, but I have read Sherlock Holmes books.

I think the pace needs work.

I enjoyed the narrator - he did a great job.

All in all, okay to listen to if you’re traveling or at the supermarket, but don’t expect to get sucked in.

*received for free from netgalley for honest review* Though this isn't my favorite lady sherlock series, this is a pretty good one still! looking forward to getting my hands on more of this series!