Spunky, resourceful and determined, Enola Holmes is a chip off the old block. That is, if naturally emulating your older brothers by displaying a keen, natural knack for mystery solving meets the description. This young lady refuses to be categorized or made to adhere to the standards of the day. While the Victorian Era marches on, Enola aspires to be the new breed of young woman. No chance of seeing her married off to live sedately in conventions of society.

Instead, she partners with her brother Sherlock to mystery solve in this story. Mycroft doesn't make an appearance, but he earns a mention or two throughout. Enola and Sherlock take on the case of a missing young bride, sought by her twin sister. Something sinister has happened to the missing sister.  Enola is determined to crack the case.  This despite the black veils, draped mirrors and dour wreaths pointing to an untimely death. With Sherlock taking a supporting role, Enola's skills shine! I won't give away the outcome, but I know I'll be looking for more of these Nancy Springer tales.

I love this series. With each book you get to know the characters in more depth. This is a wonderful series!

This is book 7 of the Enola Holmes Mysteries series.
Enola is a precocious and intelligent girl who cringes at the typical expectations of women in her social status. Enola Holmes doesn’t like living in the secluded mansion after her mother leaves on her 14th birthday. Enola is the much younger sister of Sherlock and Mycroft Holmes. Her name spelled backwards is “alone” which is how she prefers to live to avoid boarding school. She is just as unconventional as her mother not wanting to succumb to the Victorian traditions. Not wanting to be sent to boarding school, she slips out and finds clever ways to disguise herself. Enola finds unique ways of taking care of herself with her many disguises which allows her to help solve mysteries for people. She often finds herself involved in the same cases as her brother Sherlock.

In 1889, Dr Watson seeks Enola's assistance when Sherlock becomes depressed, and lacking interest in working his cases. When a woman arrives for help from Sherlock, Enola meets with Miss Letitia Glover who is concerned about her twin sister Felicity "Flossie" who married 2 years ago to Earl of Dunhench. He had proposed to 18-year-old Flossie when she worked as a governess to his 2 children. Letitia hasn't heard from her sister until she receives an odd letter from Cadogan Butt Rudcliff II (Caddie). There was a suspicious story about her sister dying suddenly from a virulent disease and he had her body cremated. Enola is soon on the case with the help of Sherlock who determines that the cremated remains are that of an animal and not a person. Well, Enola goes to extreme measures, as usual, to solve the mystery of Letitia's missing sister.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for eARC of 'Enola Holmes and the Black Barouche'. I apologize for the wait as I hate to begin a series toward the end and had to read and review the rest of the series to play 'catch up' here.

Sherlock Holmes' perspective introduces Enola and his new case in this book, which is a change from the previous books in the series which usually start with a hint on the mystery. So I was a bit lost in things until Enola took things over in her usual way and made a fast friendship with Letitia Glover, who's twin sister Felicity, newly married and mysteriously dead like the first wife of the Earl of Dunhench leads to a fact finding mission under disguise.

She goes to visit the Earl and finds him vain, flirty and quick to take advantage of his power. A clue from Felicity's artwork leads Enola to the insane uncovers more of the first wife's fate. A fate that could easily be any woman's fate- if the family she had, or husband was cruel, or wanted her out of the way, or unable to take care of her in those days.

Enola however isn't alone in this case, she's got Sherlock and Letitia, and later when the death certification is found to be forged in the name of Dr. John Watson, he too joins along with the young Tewky (Marquess Tewksbury, Viscount of Basilwether) who together with a perhaps too spirited mare named Jezebel which lives up to a trouble making name.

Enola Holmes is back, and Nancy Springer's latest installment, "Enola Holmes and the Black Barouche," brings a delightful blend of mystery, independence, and a touch of sibling squabble. As a self-proclaimed fan of the genre, let me break down why this book deserves a solid four stars.

The synopsis sets the stage for another intriguing adventure with Enola, the clever and independent sister of Sherlock and Mycroft Holmes. At fifteen, she's a force to be reckoned with, and her determination to solve mysteries is as strong as ever. The plot kicks off with a mysterious case involving the death of Felicity Glover, the wife of the Earl of Dunhench. Enola, true to her nature, goes undercover despite Sherlock's objections, unraveling a web of suspicious deaths tied to a mysterious black barouche.

Now, let's talk about the characters. Enola shines with her wit, intelligence, and that signature Holmesian sleuthing inclination. Her interactions with Sherlock add a layer of sibling banter that's both endearing and entertaining. The supporting cast, including the determined Letitia Glover and the young Viscount Tewkesbury, adds depth to the narrative, creating a well-rounded ensemble.

The genre is a perfect fit for lovers of mystery and historical fiction. Springer effortlessly captures the essence of the Victorian era, and Enola's independence in a male-dominated society adds a refreshing twist. The mystery unfolds at a steady pace, keeping readers engaged and eager to unearth the truth behind Felicity Glover's death and the elusive black barouche.

The writing style is immersive, making it easy to get lost in Enola's world of deduction and intrigue. Springer's attention to detail paints a vivid picture of Victorian London, and the dialogue is sharp and witty. The book strikes a balance between plot-driven action and character development, creating a well-rounded reading experience.

Now, why not a perfect five stars? While the story is engaging, there were moments when the pacing felt a tad uneven. Some scenes could have been more tightly woven into the narrative. Additionally, I wished for a bit more complexity in the resolution of the mystery.

In summary, this is a captivating addition to the series, offering a thrilling mystery, strong characters, and a dash of historical charm. It's a solid four-star read that will leave you eager for more of Enola's adventures.

Sherlock Holmes' little sister is a crack investigator in her own right. She's just 15, but will step up to find the circumstances of a woman's death when her twin sister insists she would know if something had happened to her sister. A great spin-off of the original Sherlock Holmes stories.

Once again I found myself enthralled with Enola Holmes. A Black Baroche comes to ferret away haphazardly discarded wives and daughters in the night. When Tish shows up at her doorstep seeking to find her twin, Flossie, Enola is on the case. In addition we have the return of Tewky! A light and quick read with a satisfying ending. Enola is a fierce sort to contend with and I love her “detective-ing” with her brother Sherlock. Though I think he’s been made far more emotional in modern media than he ever was in the original series. A welcome change.

This was such a fun, adorable read! It's been forever since I've read any from this series. I loved that this one started with a very nice, quick backstory to catch us up to the current.

And Enola is so fun! She's so similar to Sherlock Holmes, and yet, she's definitely her own. I love when she outwits him and others as she is underestimated and thought to be just a child, or just a woman.

And the stories are always such adventures. There's always a good fight scene and a chase. This one even had Enola thrown from a horse. All in all, it's such a quick fun read. This series is so fun!

A huge thank you to the author and publisher for providing an e-ARC via Netgalley. This does not affect my opinion regarding the book.

I'm so glad that the success of the Enola Holmes movie on Netflix means that we get a new book. This is such a great series, and the latest entry is excellent.

As in the previous books, Nancy Springer doesn't shy away from the worst elements of Victoria society, in this case what can happen to inconvenient women when they're no longer wanted.

Enola works with her brother Sherlock on this case, and the interaction between them is really well done. Enola is maturing and Sherlock is grudgingly forced to accept that.

I hope the series will keep going.

I appreciate the publisher allowing me to read this book. I really enjoyed reading it the plot was interesting and the characters made me want to know more about them. I highly recommend.

This was the first time that I have ever read an Enola Holmes book, and it was charming. Enola is the sister of famed detective Sherlock Holmes, and she does her best to keep out of her brother's radar. Like her brother, she is witty, curious, and brave. When a woman shows up to find more information of her missing twin sister, Enola does everything in her power to help her.

I've read other Nancy Springer books and this one really held up in comparison. The story was well paced, the characters well thought out, the story made sense. I really enjoyed it and will be looking for more books from the author in the future.

Nancy Springer rocks my Juv-Fic world reading world
Enola Holmes is a brilliant, head-strong young woman
Getting to know the Holmes children's' mother, a treat not to be missed

I’m such a huge fan of Ebola, I loved the movies that Netflix made and the books are just as good. I’m glad to see a girl detective and during the time when women really didn’t have any choice. The story is amazing and I love the world building.

If you love the movies I will give the books a try.

Another great book in the Enola Holmes series. I love reading about the adventures that Sherlock's younger sisters gets into. And this this series is a great way to introduce younger readers to Sherlock Holmes's style of mysteries.

I received a free copy of Enola Holmes and the Black Barouche thanks to Wednesday Books. I am voluntarily leaving a review and all opinions expressed are solely my own.

I’ve never read any of the Enola Holmes books before, but when the publicist reached out and asked if I’d like to be part of the Blog Tour for the newest Enola Holmes book, I agreed. From what I had previously seen of the newest book, it sounded like a fun read and I’m always up for a good mystery. Luckily, you didn’t need to have read the previous books to enjoy this one.

In Enola Holmes and the Black Barouche, we follow Enola as she helps Letitia “Tish” Glover find out the truth of what happened to her twin sister, Felicity “Flossie” Glover Rudcliff. Tish has just received a short letter saying Flossie died. Tish doesn’t believe Flossie has really died and has come to the Holmes’s for help. Working with her older and famous brother Sherlock Holmes, they gather clues and hatch a scheme hoping to solve the case.


I really enjoyed this book. It was a quick but entertaining read. It’s set in 1800s London, and you have to remember that, because the viewpoints are of those during that era. I love our headstrong main character Enola, who goes against what’s proper and travels alone, doesn’t stick to societal norms of domesticity, etc. but instead focuses on writing and solving cases. The interaction between her and Sherlock was a great addition to the book. I love that her strong personality challenged his and also made him rethink some of his pre-conceived notions about women and society. They made a great team in this story and I look forward to reading more about them.

This book has humor, mystery, and a great cast of characters. I kept thinking about them long after putting the book down. I will definitely be picking up the previous books in the Enola Holmes series. Thank you once again to Wednesday Books and Nancy Springer for my review copy and inviting me on this book tour!

I was so put off by the prologue that it took me a year to read the rest of the story, which is much better without it.

The prologue aims to catch up readers with what's happened in the previous six books. That makes sense, as it's been quite a while between that series and this new installment (inspired, mostly likely, by the successful movie, which is probably also why Tewky shows up again here). However, the way it's done is incredibly annoying to anyone attracted to this series by the Sherlock Holmes connection. It's a long list, in Sherlock's voice, of all the many ways Enola outsmarted him previously. I despise the need to make Enola more important by denigrating the character who's the reason we're reading about her in the first place.

Once the story proper, about a missing woman with a cad of a husband, begins, the way Sherlock is used is much less frustrating. Enola has her own adventure, aided by him when needed. I much prefer her using her skills and him using his (although there's no deduction here, merely action and disguise). She can be the hero without needing to drag down the existing character whose reputation the series trades upon. The approach in this volume I found more reasonable than the events described from the previous books.

Enola has plenty of brains and gumption and good heart here, eventually saving the day with the aid of the missing woman's twin sister, Sherlock, and a background Dr. Watson. Events move along at a good clip, making this less of a mystery (as we all know what's going on) and more of a thriller.

This was an entertaining light adventure, and it works perfectly well as an introduction to the character's novels without having to read the previous. I'd recommend skipping the prologue as well -- none of the information in there is needed to understand this story.

I selected to review this book due to the soaring popularity of the Enola Holmes series, and it did not disappoint.

I enjoyed the mystery as well as a strong female character that makes her own choices. At times, things felt a small bit forced, but it was forgivable considering the context and to push forward the mystery and plot.

Overall, this book makes me want to read the rest of them.

I enjoyed this book. A new twist to a favorite. Strong quirky characters makes for anfun read 4 stars

Enola Holmes is the younger sister of Sherlock and Mycroft Holmes. Enola goes to visit Sherlock as he is feeling a little under the weather. While Enola is visiting with her brother a young woman, Letitia Glover comes calling on Sherlock. She says her sister Felicity aka Flossie is missing.

She received a letter from her brother-in-law, Cadogan Burr Rudcliff II, better known as Caddie, telling her that Flossie had taken ill and now she is dead. He has also sent along her ashes. Tish doesn’t believe that Flossie is dead. She thinks that if her twin sister was dead then she would know it. She would feel it.

Enola Holmes believes the woman so decides that she will help the woman out by going undercover to try and find out what really happened to Flossie. After hearing the woman’s story it perks Sherlock up and decides to help too.

Enola takes after her brother as she likes a good mystery too. Like her brother she has a nose for snooping around a crime scene searching out all the clues, asking the right questions.

ENOLA HOLMES AND THE BLACK BAROUCHE is the seventh book in the Enola Holmes Series but it is the first book that I have read. I don’t feel as if I missed too much as each book has its own unique story to tell. But of course, I do look forward to reading more in the Enola Holmes world.

ENOLA HOLMES AND THE BLACK BAROUCHE is a brilliantly crafted story written in such a way that I had no problem whatsoever in picturing it all in my head as if I was right there. There was this one scene that I loved so much and that is when Enola takes a horse and bugging for a drive, oh, she has never driven before. That scene was hilarious but sad. I couldn’t help but laugh even though I felt bad for her. It was scary too. I didn’t know how it was going to end. Poor, poor Enola.

I can’t tell you how much I enjoyed reading ENOLA HOLMES AND THE BLACK BAROUCHE as Enola and Sherlock searched for the missing Flossie. As each clue was uncovered revealing the secrets that it was holding on to. I loved the world-building I could see it all as it was described. The world-building was so vivid I felt as if I had been there before. Well, at least a place that I would love to visit.

I would highly recommend ENOLA HOLMES AND THE BLACK BAROUCHE to all fans of the Sherlock Holmes mysteries. One-click your copy of ENOLA HOLMES AND THE BLACK BAROUCHE today and get to know the little sister of Sherlock Holmes!