You can never go wrong with Sherlock Holmes!

This was probably my introduction to the brilliant mind of Sherlock Holmes and writing prowess of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle as a child. Moby Books' succinct pocketbooks were available at our local kirana (grocery story) and I became familiar with the classics through their easily adapted narrations.

The Case of the Hound of Baskervilles remains, for me, one of the best and most terrifying Holmes and Watson adventures. The palpable tension of the grim moors blanketed in fog, sinister figures lurking in the dark, a clever villain who will stop at nothing to achieve his goal and the mythical giant glowing hound that has plagued the Baskervilles family down the centuries together contributed to a spine-tinglingly fine mystery.

While I eventually did read the complete  story, this summarized version with its beautiful illustrations on every page remains a strong favourite and I can't resist rereading it whenever it pops up during my bookshelf cleaning sprees.

this one is actually one of my favorites! i can recommend all tbh but a study in scarlet and this one are great for starters :)

Summary:
"The Hound of the Baskervilles" is a classic mystery novel featuring the legendary detective Sherlock Holmes and his loyal friend Dr. Watson. Set in the eerie moors of Devonshire, the story revolves around the investigation of a supernatural hound said to be haunting the Baskerville family.

My Thoughts:
Reading this book was a unique experience. The gothic atmosphere and chilling legend of the hound immediately drew me in, and Conan Doyle's descriptive writing made the eerie moors come alive in my imagination.

However, I found the pacing to be quite slow, especially as the story progressed. While the initial chapters were gripping, the middle and latter parts of the book felt like they dragged on. I felt that the story could have wrapped up sooner, and the extended buildup made it harder for me to stay engaged.

Highlights:

- The atmospheric setting and detailed descriptions.

- The clever interplay between logic and the supernatural.

- The dynamic relationship between Holmes and Watson.

Challenges:

- The slow pacing, particularly in the middle and towards the end.

- Some chapters felt like they could have been shorter to maintain the suspense.

Conclusion:
While "The Hound of the Baskervilles" has its slow moments, it remains a classic for a reason. The rich descriptions and intriguing mystery make it worth the read, even if it requires a bit more patience than expected. If you're a fan of gothic horror and detective fiction, this book will likely still offer plenty of enjoyment.

3.5

It was a good mystery, (of course!) and it was filled with adventure and fun. The plot twists are amazing, and of course the characters are quite fun. It's a lovely read for anyone willing to just sit down and just read it.

I really enjoyed this book, I was drawn into the story, I loved Watson’s narration. The setting of the mystery was also incredibly done, it felt very spooky and unsettling; I love a book that uses landscape in such a prominent way to tell the story. The uncertainty of the supernatural element also made for a really intriguing read! This has reignited my passion for Sherlock!

Sherlock takes on a formidable enemy...but does it have two legs...or four? the writing is seamless and one scene tucks comfortably into the next, and yet it has that special quality of foreshadowing that makes a great writer. enjoyed this start to finish. adventure, disguises, problem solving and lots and lots of logic!

If you read this series chronologically, this book is much more interesting than the first and second book.

Very interesting and it’s always nice to read a holmes novel. The mystery keeps you guessing the whole time, and I really enjoyed it! Must read!

The story in itself is simply written and a quick, easy read. The illustrations accompanying the writing - one page words, one page a picture - are nicely done and story-appropriate, although I could have done without the captions. They either give the story away if you read it before the written page or are superfluous, essentially a doubling up of information which is absolutely unnecessary.
Yes, I know, these 'Illustrated Classic Editions' are directed towards younger readers, however, they are not in need of double information either, really ... so I'm not quite sure why this was done like that in the first place. In fact, the description of the illustrations could quite easily have been eliminated completely.
Be that as it is, the story was well written and is easily understood - bar the culprit vanishing 'off-screen' without confirmation of what actually happened to him and his 'accomplice' ... guess, it's a matter of using your own imagination.

Very interesting narrative. Crime never pays. recommended by my granddaughter.