- Do I need to know Sherlock Holmes to enjoy it?
- No. The cases stand alone and the Holmes framing is light. Fans of the stories will recognise the tone, but nothing depends on prior reading.
- Are the cases connected or standalone?
- Each of the 10 cases is self-contained with its own suspects and solution. You can work through them in any order.
- How hard are the puzzles?
- They are deduction puzzles built around testimony and clues rather than maths. Most solvers find them approachable, with a few cases requiring careful re-reading.
- Is it a novel or a puzzle book?
- It is a puzzle book. Each case sets up a murder and gives you the evidence to identify the culprit; there is no continuing plot.
- Does it include solutions?
- Yes, answers are provided so you can check your deduction. Work the case first, then compare.
- What format is it?
- Hardcover, 224 pages, in English, published by Welbeck. It is an adult puzzle title, not a children's book.
- Where is the Sherlock Holmes: The Murder Files 10 Puzzling Cases for You to Crack cheapest?
- At Target, for $22.95, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Sherlock Holmes: The Murder Files 10 Puzzling Cases for You to Crack?
- 2 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Target.