Prince Harry is missing! Dr John Watson, Jr, devoted husband of Joanna (the daughter of Sherlock Holmes) ad son of THAT Watson, tells the story of their search for the wandering Prince. It's the middle of WWI and there are all sorts of evil thinkers afoot especially German spies. But Harry has an eye for women so the Watsons finds themselves venturing into different places and then....it's clear someone is after Joanna. Fans of the original Holmes novels might quibble about it but this is fun historical fiction where the characters have good voices. And don't worry if you haven't read the Holmes books (or earlier books in the series) because this will be fine as a standalone. Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC, An enjoyable atmospheric read.

I received a complimentary electronic ARC of this excellent historical mystery from Sara Islami Of St. Martin's Press via Netgalley and the author, Leonard Goldberg. This is the seventh novel of The Daughter of Sherlock Holmes Mysteries and an excellent addition to this series. Our situation is of course set in London during the years of the Great War, and we have Sherlock's daughter Joanna, her son from her first marriage, Johnny Blalock, who is a student at Eton, her current husband and teller of the tale Dr. John Watson, Jr. and of course his father, the Senior and much loved Dr. John Watson. Mrs. Hudson is still the keeper of the house at 221B Baker Street, so part of our story.

We center our tale around young Prince Harry, third in line to the crown, a blatant playboy and part-time student at Eton. Altogether, even without the presence of Sherlock, this is an excellent tale. I appreciated the inclusion of the effects of the war on the people of London and the added burden on SIS and MI5, and of course, the Holmes family, of German spies added to the mix. Altogether, an excellent tale told very well.

The Wayward Prince is the seventh mystery in the Daughter of Sherlock Holmes Mysteries. In this book, the fate of Prince Harry and the British throne are in jeopardy unless Joanna and the Watsons can unravel the mystery before time is too late.

This is the second book I have read in the series and as with the first I read, this was a well written mystery with many parallels with the original Sherlock Holmes mysteries. With that being said, I found this book to be a very slow and long read that was hard to get through for me. There was a lot that I felt wasn’t necessary in the middle of the story and could have been cut out to make it a more enjoyable and quicker read. Overall, it was still a good read that was full of the Sherlockian mystery I wanted.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an ARC of this book!

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Genre: Historical Fiction, Historical Mystery, Mystery, Sherlock-style Mystery, WWI Fiction
Violence: The actual acts of violence are not extreme. Further details about possible content warnings are listed at the end.

Even though it's part of a series, it stands alone.

I was so excited to read a book where Sherlock's daughter is the primary detective. This book did it in such a fun and believable way. I double checked some facts about WWI—and the author did his research, though I question the frequency of bombings of London during the time period.

Joanna will definitely scratch your need for a new Sherlock. And her husband as the son of Watson is perfect. In fact, you've got the two Watsons plus a bonus with the son appearing. I loved feeling like this was a natural extension of the original.

The plot twists and turns as clues are revealed. For me, this type of story isn't as much about solving the crime as enjoying the process. I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of the book.

It was a fast read! Almost a cozy mystery—truly nothing is too shocking or grotesque. I think this book will have crossover appeal with Sherlockian fans and cozy mystery aficionados.

I definitely recommend this book!

Happy reading!

Other potential content warnings that could be considered slight spoilers:
*There is are ongoing descriptions of abortion, death, and syphilis with accurate descriptions.*

I just loved getting to read this title. It was just so much fun seeing these characters and I just couldn’t get enough of them. I look forward to reading more wonderful stories in this series.

*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!

"War brings out the worst."

Barbaric behavior and beyond. Curiously, The Wayward Prince showcases dastardly deeds both on the battlefield and off into the private sector. Leonard Goldberg has outdone himself in this one. And don't be rattled to see the #7 here in the series. It reads perfectly fine as a stunning standalone.

Believe it or not, there's been a lull in criminality during these World War I years in London. It's May of 1918 and most of the action is taking place in the skies above London or in the trenches on the western front. But when crime visits this city, it's not petty in nature. It's big......really big.

Prince Harry (No, not that one) has been kidnapped. He's the third in line of succession (No, not that HBO Series) to the British throne. Harry was out for a ride on horseback when nature called. He dismounted to seek relief in a wooded area. Soon his loyal secretary became concerned. Searching only led to one thing: No Harry, and in addition, no horse. The alarm rings out at Scotland Yard.

Needless to say, Sir Charles Bradberry, Commissioner, contacts Joanna Holmes Watson. The team begins to organize: Dr. John Watson, Jr., her husband who is a pathologist at St. Bart's, and the very familiar Dr. John Watson, Sr., colleague of Sherlock and a former British army surgeon and prolific marksman.

Joanna is as solid of a force as her famous father. Even with little to go on, Joanna begins making inroads into the disappearance of Prince Harry. Inspector Lestrade's greatest fear is that the Germans may be involved. But who is the spy among them? And then Leonard Goldberg strikes the match with the appearance of Colonel James Moriarty, brother of Sherlock's deadly nemesis. And that, ladies and gentlemen, makes this a rip roarin' spectacle of intrigue. Just picture it......grab this one in a nano second. It's so worth it.

I received a copy of this book through NetGalley for an honest review. My thanks to Minotaur Books and to Leonard Goldberg for the opportunity.

A thrilling new adventure for the daughter of Sherlock Holmes and her Drs. Watson. I love the straight forward narrative style. Because it is only told from Watson the Younger’s POV, we are literally only learning what he learns. I’m particular, I appreciate the hearing of one-sided phone conversations, and never hearing what goes on in Joanna’s head. Very clever.

I received a copy of this book from the publisher through NetGalley.

In Leonard Goldberg’s 7th Daughter of Sherlock Holmes series, Joanna and her Watsons have been requested to attend 10 Downing Street. There they are told that Prince Harry of England has gone missing during a horseback ride. There is an implication that Germany is involved, and since it is wartime, this could be devastating. As they search, Joanna begins to suspect that there is one particular party who is more interested in them than in the war or the Prince.

I find many pastiches parallel Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s originals. This is not the exception to the rule. If you enjoy Sherlock Holmes, like I do, than this is more than acceptable. However, it made the story very predictable. Joanna is very much like her father, clever and observant. The Watsons are learning but compared to the heroine are also still bumbling. I will say that the author gives Watson senior a little more credit as he did learn from Sherlock himself.

Overall, I rate this novel 4 out of 5 stars.

I enjoyed this book. As historical fiction, I loved it. Goldberg does a great job conveying life of the era, and makes the period intriguing. The history of medicine is also very interesting. From a mystery point of view, I didn’t like it as much, feeling that the story did not move along fast enough for my taste. Thank you to Netgalley and St. Martin's Press for the advance reader copy.

The Wayward Prince by Leonard Goldberg features Joanna Holmes in an exciting hunt for a missing prince. From the first chapter, Goldberg takes readers through a familiar setting of setting up the mystery element. The story is told through the eyes and ears of Watson Jr. and his wife, Joanna, as they try to figure out what happened to the prince. Through questioning details of every aspect of the case, readers will follow Joanna’s train of clues to concludes what happens. As a word of caution, there is a moment where the details are pretty specific about what happens to the uterus after an abortion. The terminology may be foreign or a little gross, depending on the reader. This time around, the plot keeps the readers’ attention as JoAnna and the Watson duo try to hunt Russian spies and figure out what happened to the Prince before the kidnapping and the process of the kidnapping. As for the characters, it is nice to see a familiar cast of characters who have already been developed, which allows Goldberg to dive deeper into their individual personalities. Overall, The Wayward Prince by Leonard Goldberg captures the Sherlock Holmes’ fans’ attention with a World War I twist to the plot. I can’t wait to see what is next and to add this addition to my bookshelf.

I received a complimentary copy of The Wayward Prince by Leonard Goldberg from Minotaur Publishing, but the opinions stated are all my own.

<i>The Wayward Prince</i> is a work of fiction and a throwback to the old Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson stories. Joanna Watson is the daughter of the late Sherlock Holmes, and she appears to have inherited her father’s powers of deduction. <i>The Wayward Prince</i> is #7 in The Daughter of Sherlock Holmes series, written by Leonard Goldberg.

The Watsons are called to 10 Downing St. on a secretive assignment. It turns out that the Prince of England has gone out on a horseback ride, and has disappeared suddenly. Joanna has been asked to investigate the missing prince in as discreet fashion as possible since they don’t want the public know. As well, this is war time, and Germany may be implicated in the prince’s misadventure. The Prince’s loss could demoralize the public. The investigation leads the Watsons to parts of London, where the prince is known have liaisons with the women of the night. They learn that one particular woman is the object of most of the prince’s attention. Joanna also finds that she has been followed by one particular individual who appears to have been associated with Germany, which again increases worry that there is a plot to send the prince to Germany. As the investigation continues Joanna finds it deeper than what it first appears and that behind the whole plot rests a very familiar enemy.

The story itself is very interesting and very much like the Sherlock Holmes adventures. Joanna, like her father, is very astute and able to process clues that others miss. She finds that each clue leads to the next and eventually the story has a Sherlock Holmes type reveal. Those of you that like a Sherlock Holmes story will enjoy this.

The three characters in the novel are familiar. Joanna, like her father, is very astute. Her husband, Watson, chronicles her adventures and is very devoted to making sure his wife is safe and that her stories are told accurately. Finally, the old Dr. Watson is a compatriot of the Sherlock Holmes, and is able to bring certain familiarity to their projects, especially since Sherlock Holmes isn’t there to entertain us. I wish the author had spent more timing filling out these characters rather than relying on our previous knowledge of who these people are.

I recommend <i>The Wayward Prince</i> to anyone who follows Sherlock Holmes. Joanne Watson has many of her father’s characteristics and the storylines are familiar. I give it a 4 on 5 since it’s an interesting story, although the character developments are lacking. I want to thank NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for providing me with a digital copy of this book. I give this review voluntarily.

One of the MANY arcs that I’m burning through. I’ve always been a sucker for Sherlockian mysteries, Victorian England, and witty characters. As always, Leonard Goldberg draws me into the Georgian England world and the Great War. We’ve seen Jack the Ripper, amazing jewels, and it all started with a mysterious death in front of a brilliant woman. Prince Harry has found himself missing. It’ll take both Watsons and Joanna to solve where he’s gone - except Moriarty is there complicate it all.

I highly enjoyed this book it was so good! It kept me guessing and highly entertained. I loved the story line.
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This was a great mystery on a kidnapping and it kept you guessing what would happen next it involved a prince Harry who is not the real prince Harry. The storyline and. Characters were interesting. Thjs book was approved by netgalley and the publisher for me to read and review.

My thanks to St Martin's Press and to Net Galley for the invitation to review this book.

Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson live on in their married children, Dr Watson Sr. and Joanna Holmes Watson s son Johnny as they try to rescue a kidnapped Prince and stop a relative of Professor Moriarty wanting revenge on the death of his brother.

Excellent book. Author accurately captures the feel of Conan Doyle

Another great entry in the Daughter of Sherlock Holmes Mystery series, it had what I enjoyed about the series. The writing style has what I was hoping for and it worked with what I was thinking of from Leonard Goldberg's writing. The characters felt like the same characters and they worked well overall. It left me wanting to read more in this series and from the author.

"And its source?” “The poor barmaid who now carries the diagnosis of an abortion gone wrong,” the young pathologist answered. “Which may explain Mr. Rudd’s misdiagnosis. With the patient in such a precarious condition, he had no choice but to enter and exit without performing a thorough exploration of the abdomen.”

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson are fast-forwarded one generation and slightly modernized through the adventures of Sherlock and Irene Adler’s daughter and two Drs. Watson, the father and son.

It is very challenging to assume the mantle of an exceptionally well-known writer like Conan-Doyle, but Goldberg does this successfully, and with the addition of some warmth in the interaction between the 20th Century Holmes-Watson team.. The author succeeds in creating a brilliant, analytical daughter in Joanna Watson ( Sherlocks daughter, married to Watson’s son), but we are blessed with. Watson off-spring who is not bumbling or subservient, and has a skillset of his own. These characterizations contribute significantly to the success of the novel.

As in Conan-Doyle’s stories, the reader is expected to accept detailed analysis of evidence and constant ruinations over every detail or mis-deed, but they come together in this book to form an interesting puzzle with a satisfying resolution. Goldberg has succeeded in bringing Holmes legacy to life through his characters.