Thank you, do1you9love?, it is one of the reasons I adore SK's writing. I think he unintentionally (or maybe intentionally) includes little gems and occasionally, I can connect them.Very cool VL! and good observation re: the "Hull".
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Thank you, do1you9love?, it is one of the reasons I adore SK's writing. I think he unintentionally (or maybe intentionally) includes little gems and occasionally, I can connect them.Very cool VL! and good observation re: the "Hull".
Thank-you Hon for coming to chat about the story. I have enjoyed your postings.Once again, thank you for the discussion. I need to sign off for the evening. ((morgan and Vulturelvr45))
Have a great night (and weekend!).Once again, thank you for the discussion. I need to sign off for the evening. ((morgan and Vulturelvr45))
Off the top of my head-I would have to "say" when Watson is on a roll, describing how the crime was committed.Morgan, what was your favorite part of the story?
I always wonder why SK had "Notes" on some of these short stories but not all of them. This was another one he didn't elaborate on. He was obviously influenced by the Holmes/Watson tales-I guess he thought some of these stories didn't need explaining...
It appears SK stayed true to the characters-at least from what I could tell from the little research I did after I read the story.This story flowed quickly to me. I think he may have 'channeled' Sir Arthur Conan Doyle to write it 8). You will know when you start to read the stories, a couple things about Sherlock and Watson. Watson is a medical doctor, Sherlock is a detective. They meetup daily and solve crimes. They are friends.
I understand. Maybe he was using that type of imagery to let us know how horrible Lord Hull is. Drawing lines between how the mean kids treated the dogs to how the 'pussy will' was taking the hard earned reward away from his family. Lord Hull is in my top 10 SK Bad Guys list.What I didn't like, was the reference about the street boys teasing the starving dogs and the description of the battle-scarred cat.
Very much so. I think you will enjoy the stories. They are short so you can read them on the bus, or maybe at a lunch break. Sherlock is independantly wealthy, makes money from solving crimes in all segments of society, and does drugs recreationally. He is brilliant and socially sought after, but would rather not be around people much. I think he likes watching them, but not interacting with them.It appears SK stayed true to the characters-at least from what I could tell from the little research I did after I read the story.
Agreed! I know SK writes about these things for a reason-it definitely paints a picture. It's just my sensitivity, is all. He know that these "small" things can portray evil better than a three-eyed alien could, because truth is not only stranger than fiction, it is ultimately more horrifying.Lord Hull is in my top 10 SK Bad Guys list
I can relate!would rather not be around people much. I think he likes watching them, but not interacting with them.
Awwww shucks-thank you!"because truth is not only stranger than fiction, it is ultimately more horrifying." Well spoken, Luv.
Morgan, I know you are a little shy, but you do a great job making your thoughts known. I am really glad that you come to this group.
Are we on for Umney's Last Case next week?
I agree-the "Notes" are an extra blessing! It is so frustrating to read the negative posts about SK not writing "Constant Reader" dedications in the beginning of some of his novels, etc. We need to remember the work in itself is a gift!As far as the 'notes' in the back of the book, they remind me of really rich fudge or icing or perhaps an occasional naughty indulgence. We get them occasionally, they are special. We should be glad he puts any notes in it at all. For the people who lament because he gives us an extra story instead of notes, they need to get over it. It is his gift, and he is sharing it with the world the best that he can. I am a fan like you, Sweet Pea. I look forward to this too.
Agreed. I think he does a great job welcoming the reader regardless if a "constant reader" or a "first timer."I agree-the "Notes" are an extra blessing! It is so frustrating to read the negative posts about SK not writing "Constant Reader" dedications in the beginning of some of his novels, etc. We need to remember the work in itself is a gift!