The Jubilee Problem
A Sherlock Holmes & Lucy James Mystery, Book 5
by Anna Elliott & Charles Veley
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Pub Date Nov 01 2017 | Archive Date Dec 19 2018
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Description
The year is 1897. Sherlock Holmes and Lucy James, his lovely young American daughter, must finally unmask the traitor who has crossed swords with them in their three previous adventures. Their secret adversary is now masterminding a well-orchestrated conspiracy to destroy the most glamorous event of the Century: Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee Celebration. Lucy's growing relationship with Detective Constable Jack Kelly will be seriously tested as she and Jack work with Sherlock and Watson to defeat their murderous enemy. If they fail, the Queen and thousands of innocent people will die, and the British Empire will fall into chaos.
Advance Praise
"Elliott (the Twilight of Avon trilogy) and Veley, her father, collaborate on the winning third mystery pairing Sherlock Holmes and his daughter, Lucy James. Readers will look forward to Lucy’s further adventures." -- Publishers Weekly (Remember, Remember: A Sherlock Holmes & Lucy James Mystery, Book 3)
"Fans of Holmesian stories, historical fiction, and Victorian romance will all find something to enjoy in the Sherlock Holmes & Lucy James Mystery Series." -- Critical Blast
"[Lucy James is an] independent, strong feminist young woman who is unafraid to take care of herself even in very uncomfortable situations. This fact alone sets [The Sherlock & Lucy series] apart from most Regency historicals or other Sherlock Holmes mysteries. Women are generally damsels in distress, but not Lucy!" -- Tynga's Reviews
"It might be difficult to imagine the original Holmes even having an offspring — much less one he accepts as an investigating partner. Still, the authors make it seem plausible, and for readers who are not purists but rather pleased to see a hint of warmth coming from Holmes, [the Sherlock & Lucy series] is a new way to enjoy Sherlockian mysteries." -- The Santa Barbara Independent
Marketing Plan
* National consumer print, online and broadcast media campaign *
* Q&A author interviews and excerpts available upon request *
* 2017 Holiday Gift Guide push for Sherlock & Lucy series box-set *
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Featured Reviews
Jen M, Reviewer
The Jubilee Problem has Sherlock Holmes, Dr. Watson, and Lucy James working together to prevent any disruption of Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee celebration in 1897. Who might want to cause death and destruction on the occasion?
The "threat of terrorism was very real and police chiefs, who had received a tip-off about ‘an anarchist outrage’, brought hundreds of retired officers back into service to keep the public safe." (source)
In the novel, Holmes and crew include the Fenian Brotherhood and Kaiser Wilhelm's agents as major suspects who might threaten the celebration.
So...who is Lucy James? Ahem, she is the daughter of Sherlock Holmes, given up for adoption by her mother. In an earlier book in the series, it seems the young Lucy came to Holmes asking for his help in seeking information about her parents. Evidently, they were both surprised.
A light read that felt a bit like a YA novel.
NetGalley/Wilton Press
Historical Mystery/YA? Nov. 1. Print length: 352 pages.
Susan M, Reviewer
its, 1897 Queen Victoria's jubilee year and a threat to the celebrations is to be expected, but who from. Holmes is recruited to make sure that the threat goes away. But he needs the help of Dr. Watson and Lucy James.
A very enjoyable story, good rounded characters and a decent mystery. Easily read as a stand-alone story.
Bethany S, Reviewer
The year of Queen Victoria's Jubilee has arrived, but a threat hangs over what should be a celebration. Can Sherlock Holmes, with the help of his daughter, Lucy James, and Dr Watson, prevent tragedy from happening?
The latest adventure of Sherlock Holmes and his daughter is a roller coaster of a ride. Just when you think they have prevented a tragedy, something else occurs to show just how far the reach is for their mysterious enemy. The plot moves along at a nice pace, expanding on the relationship between the great detective and the daughter he is only just coming to know.
The voice of "Dr. Watson" is fairly accurate, and Lucy's voice is enjoyable. It still seems strange for Sherlock Holmes to pick up a phone to make a call, although given the era its not a stretch.
Overall, this was a fun mystery and one I would recommend for Sherlock Holmes fans with an open mind.
I received a free copy from NetGalley for reviewing purposes.
Librarian 408282
This is a fantastic series. I can't recommend it enough. The main female character, Lucy is Sherlock's daughter. She is intelligent and tallented. Lucy, Sherlock, Dr. Watson and a local policeman, Jack Kelly, work together to solve different mysteries. In this book they meet up with a former foe from previous books. Will Lucy and Jack get togetter?
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