The Case of the Bizarre Bouquests: An Enola Holmes Mystery
By: Nancy Springer
Spoiler Alert! I read these in quick-succession and don't think I can avoid telling you something that is resolved in The Case of the Missing Marquess and The Case of the Left-Handed Lady. Just thought I should warn you!
Enola has to come up with a new name now that Ivy Meshle is possibly known to her brother Sherlock since Dr. Watson knew her as Ivy Meshle and he saw her when she solved the disappearance of Lady Cecily. The only problem is, who should she be now?
In this book we hear more about Dr. Watson - because this case involves Sherlock's dear friend. Enola finds out that the dear Dr. Watson has been missing for two days in a newspaper article. She can tell that her brother is already involved because of the article, but other than that there's not much to go on. Enola decides to do some detective work and see if she can find Dr. Watson.
This escapade has Enola dressing up as a lady. The first day, she's not so sure about it since it required hours of work, but when her efforts pay off, they really pay off! We know that Enola is familiar with the language of the flowers, but her knowledge also has a drawback - she knows what that bizarre bouquet stands for and it's not good. She also knows that the ‘flowers' in that bouquet aren't in season and that they would had to have been grown in a hothouse. The only problem is which one?
Enola's brothers are also proving to be more of a bother. It's one thing to hide out in the same city they live in, but to think that they may actually trying to contact her? Or is it her mum? Enola has many decisions to make and the life of the good Dr. Watson hangs in the balance. Will she rescue him in time? Will Sherlock have the day and save his friend before Enola can? With her burning desire to prove herself, we know that Sherlock's in for a ride while working towards the same goal as his sister.
Recommended To:
- The same as the previous ones!
Notes on the Cover:
I don't think I need to go on again, do I? This one is appealing and likeable as well. Enola again looks different, but why is she on the side of a building? You'll have to read it to find out!
The first three Enola Holmes mysteries are on our shelves!