Thank you Udon Entertainment, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Julien Choy, and Netgalley for an arc of this book. My son loves sherlock holmes and wanted to try Manga. We loved it!

This adaptation is one of the best I have read in a long time and for it to be a manga is just amazing to me

The setting, art style and atmosphere my favourite and of course it has done the original story of sherlock much justice
Cant wait to read the next in the series

Would recommend

5 stars

I think the bishonen style of Holmes and Watson detracts somewhat from their backstory and characters. Adult readers and fans of the original novels, movies, and shows may be a bit disappointed, but this title will most likely do well with youth who are engaging with the subject for the first time. Could also be a good supplement for students of all age reading Sir Arthur Conan Doyle for the first time.

I read the book earlier this year and when I found this manga I just knew I had to pick it up. And it did NOT disappoint.
I fell in love with the story once again but this time I had visuals to help me get even more into it and it was the best thing ever. I just LOVE Sherlock Holmes. Now I just wanna read every single SH book that ever existed.

I do enjoy a Sherlock Holmes retelling! I enjoyed this manga however the artwork kind of bugs me (the jawlines and some of the faces made while speaking just don't add up). The other complaint I have is that it feels from time to time I am missing information. Aside from those 2 issues this is a relatively easy read for those who want to read the Sherlock Holmes stories without reading the original story.

There have been many different adaptations and versions of Arthur Conan Doyle‘s Sherlock Holmes. Be it on screen or with different prints including illustrations enhancing the reading experience. This Manga Adaption is one of the most remarkable ones in my opinion. The art style is beautifully detailed and the story is kept percise and easily understandable, without taking away from the charm that classic literature holds. The manga being colored in really added beautifully to the story and overall i really enjoyed this manga and am looking forward to read other Manga Adaptations of Sherlock and Watson‘s Adventures.

I love classic manga adaptations and I'm always looking to add new ones to our library's collection. I really loved the art style with this one and the cover is very striking.

For all of this manga's faults, it does a good job of staying true to the plot of the original 'A Study in Scarlet' and also makes the book more digestible to a modern, young audience. I found it easy to keep pace with the investigation, tells the characters apart, and understand the emotions of the multitude of characters. It breaks up the text in ways that may make this 19th century plot more palatable to a younger, modern audience.

However, some of the choices the illustrator made with character's physical appearance and fashion choices I just can't fathom. The clothing is bizarre. It is definitely more based off of steampunk fashion rather than Victorian fashion, and if everyone dressed like that or they took it to the natural extreme I would assume it was on purpose, but since it seems only the main characters get the extra leather and buckles or the strangely shaped fasteners on their jackets, I have to assume it was done just to make the characters look edgier and therefore more interesting to young readers. I don't personally find that it works very well within the story, or with kids in general. I'm not going to talk about the odd choices in regard to characters' hair coloring and hairstyle because I have to assume the strange color and style combinations were made in order to, again, appeal to a younger audience and/or replicate characteristics from popular child-oriented manga and anime. I would have been happier with a more authentic aesthetic, but I am trying to remind myself that I am not (hopefully) the intended audience of this book. Several panels had characters unrealistically ill-proportioned compared to their surrounding environment, their clothing (the hats in particular), and sometimes even the rest of their body.

The characters were certainly expressive, and I never questioned what emotions they were experiencing at any given moment, which is a thing that I appreciate in manga in general. The character designs were also consistent throughout the entire book, which I appreciate. However, the lack of skill in the proportions of the illustrations, and the odd choices in costume and hair for the characters did nothing to add to the story and was, at best, a distraction from the plot.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC!
This was a pretty good book. I think the manga format is a good way for people unfamiliar with the Sherlock Holmes stories to be introduced to them. The pacing is well done and the story was adapted well to manga.
I think the best part is defiantly the art style, it reminded me of 90's to early 2000 anime. I flowed really well and added a lot to the experience

I admit that it's a little strange to see Sherlock Holmes as an anime character (and all characters in general, but mostly Sherlock). I think it was a pretty strong shock and I was often distracted from reading because of this. I couldn't match the idea of ​​Sherlock that I have in my head with the features and gestures that I saw in the manga.

Taking out this detail that is something super personal, it is always a pleasure to read Holmes stories. I love that they are bringing a classic like this in the manga format because this makes it very close to the new generations. In the library where I work, I always try to get them to read this beloved character but many times the reading is a bit tedious because of the vocabulary (even when it is adapted for children), I think that if it were translated into other languages ​​(like Spanish, I will fingers crossed), is something that many schools could purchase and would be an incredible value.

Thank you Udon Entertainment for the ARC I read on NetGalley, a change from an honest review.

A fun adaptation of the classic mystery. I think it will appeal to younger readers who maybe know of Sherlock Holmes from popular media, but aren't ready for the original text.

It's nice to see effort poured into making classic literature more accessible for a new generation. This manga adaptation remains true to the original story while using fantastic art to keep me engaged.

Thank you to NetGalley, Udon Entertainment, Manga Classics, Julien Choy, and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle for the opportunity to read this manga adaptation in exchange for an honest review.

WOOHOO! Another Manga Classics edition after an unbearable hiatus!

I have never read the original Sherlock Holmes novels, nor have I seen any of the film or TV show adaptations. But I HAVE read every Manga Classics edition to be published.

This all-color manga adaptation (reads right-to-left) did not disappoint! It was an easier and more thrilling read than I expected, and I enjoyed getting to know Sherlock Holmes' character though this A Study in Scarlet adaptation. Holmes' deductive reasoning and out-of-the box thinking, along with his attention to detail and his worldly knowledge to be able to identify certain aspect of people, make him quite the intriguing detective character. Watson joins as his roommate, only to find himself joining Holmes as he helps the police move onto the right track to solve not one murder, but two that are linked to the same killer.

Holmes is humble, taking no credit. It seems that he enjoys the solving as more of a game. Definitely a fun character and a brilliant edition that has me excited for whatever Manga Classics brings next.

Since childhood, I have been captivated by the literary works of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, particularly his iconic Sherlock Holmes stories, which have played a significant role in shaping my early reading experiences. The intriguing mysteries and the brilliant deductive reasoning of Holmes have always fascinated me, making each story a cherished adventure.

Recently, I was thrilled to discover a manga adaptation of ‘A Study in Scarlet.’ My curiosity was piqued not only by the prospect of seeing these beloved characters brought to life in a new artistic format but also by how the unique visual style of manga would reinterpret the dynamic between Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John Watson. Manga often brings a fresh perspective to familiar tales, and I was eager to see how the essence of these characters would translate into this medium.

However, as I delved into the first volume, I quickly realized that some nuances inherent to the original text were inevitably lost in the adaptation. While the manga portrays Sherlock Holmes as undeniably handsome, I found that many of the distinctive quirks and idiosyncrasies that make him such a compelling character in Doyle's stories seemed to fade away. This lack of depth in characterization left me, as a dedicated fan, feeling somewhat disconnected and less engaged with the narrative than I had hoped.

Despite these initial disappointments, my enthusiasm for the series remains intact. I am still looking forward to the upcoming volumes, hoping that future installments might delve deeper into the complexities of the characters I have come to love. I appreciate the opportunity to read this advance reader copy, and I’m eager to see how the adaptation evolves.

4.5 ⭐️ I meannn what more is there to say abt this book.
It’s the iconic Sherlock in new form…Manga!! Like come on we love to see it. I love seeing Sherlock in new forms and new adventures . It’s always a joy.

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This was my first ever manga and I really enjoyed it. I was familiar with the story already but it was a new experience. Loved the illustrations, how Sherlock looks like and the Doctor . I definitely will read more manga after this.

Manga Classics: Sherlock Holme: A Study In Scarlet is the debut full color manga format of the classic Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s “A Study In Scarlet” novel. Based in London in the year 1888, a terrible murder is committed. The word RACHE is scrawled in blood. The police are baffled and turn to the only one who can help them unravel this mystery. Sherlock Holmes, the world’s only consulting detective. With Dr. John Watson by his side, Sherlock will follow the scarlet trail to its inevitable conclusion.

I love Sherlock in all his many forms. This manga was no exception, and the adaptation was done in such a way as to keep the original story intact but not exactly the same so that it appealed to a wider audience. It’s been awhile since I’ve read a manga and not a comic (there is a difference!) and so getting used to reading right to left took me a few pages. It wasn’t distracting from the story at all and so I didn't mind and after a handful of pages didn’t think about it anymore. The font size, bubble shape and placements made the reading easy. It did not distract at all from the well rendered panels. I will be glad to add this one to my shelves at home.

I would like to thank Udon Entertainment for approving me for this ARC, via NetGalley, in exchange for an honest review.

Content Warnings:
Major - Blood, Murder
Minor - Violence, Alcoholism

I love this idea! I love a lot of classic books but some of them can make you feel bogged down or disinterested so I love the idea of having them in manga/graphic novel form! I will say you do miss out on the more in depth pieces of the story but I feel that's to be expected and this should be viewed as more of a summary of the book with some beautiful art

Sherlock Holmes in Manga was not on my 2024 bingo card but I loved it. Its such a good art style and the subject fits better than I honestly expected. This is an EXCELLENT starter manga for people to get to know the genre. I liked that they had a reading guide at the beginning as well. very helpful for new readers. I would 100% recommend this

Thank you to netgalley and the author for this e-ARC!
3 stars

I've read A Study in Scarlet, and it was fun. This was a faithful adaption, and the visual medium of it was fun because we could see more reactions from Holmes that Watson may not have highlighted as much. The art was nice but sometimes looked a little wonky in wider shots. It also felt like a very shoujo style, especially where it kept almost seeming to lean toward the Holmes and Watson ship. But whatevers xD Still pretty art. It's a good adaption if people want to read manga but also get the story of A Study in Scarlet.