Sherlock Holmes #1
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Sherlock Holmes #1

Writer: Joe Brusha Publisher: Zenescope Entertainment Release Date: September 20, 2023 Cover Price: $8.99 Critic Reviews: 4
7.8Critic Rating
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72 Pages of Content!

Descended from the man who inspired the world's most famous detective, Spencer Holmes was orphaned at a young age, never knowing her true lineage. But when her uncle suddenly returns to her life, she discovers the abilities of the Holmes family have been passed down to her, and that knowledge may cost Spencer her life--the same way it cost her parents theirs. Don't miss this origin story of the newest hero in the Zenescope Universe.  

  • 9.6
    The Fandom Post - Richard Gutierrez Sep 20, 2023

    While Sherlock Holmes #1 may attempt to clarify the structure of a new literary character to the Grimm Universe, finally lending a much needed gravitas to the bold sincerity of Spencer's surname, it is a dramatic shift of definition which causes hopeful readers to be disappointed by the approach of the special, ignoring the underlying reputation of a famous detective in lieu of mystical abilities, which are all too commonplace within the wide variety of heroines that populate the Realms of Power. With a fascinating display of artistic talent and a talented colorist unifying wonderfully disparate illustrations, the special visually unfolds with dramatic flair, and yet as story unfolds, to see a once helpless Holmes now become someone who finds the solution too easily, it spoils the pronounced reputation of deductive reasoning in favor of hasty leaps to action amid a predictable narrative. However, as our former protector now becomes someone more confident in her new abilities, we will h Read Full Review

  • 9.6
    SciFiPulse - Ian Cullen Sep 25, 2023

    I found this 75-page origin story for Spencer Holmes to be really entertaining and think that they'd be better served calling the book Spencer Holmes as opposed to selling it as Sherlock as they move forward. The characters were fun and engaging and Spencer was very easy to like. Especially given the trauma that she experiences during this first adventure. Read Full Review

  • 7.0
    Comical Opinions - Gabriel Hernandez Sep 21, 2023

    SHERLOCK HOLMES #1 introduces the readers to the next generation of Holmes detectives when Spencer Homes recalls how she received her familys legacy just in time to join a battle to save the Earth. Brushas script creates a well-rounded origin for the next great detective, and her first adventure is certainly creative, but the publishing time is poor, and Spencers miraculous powers of deduction failed her when they were needed most. Read Full Review

  • 5.0
    Razorfine - Alan Rapp Oct 2, 2023

    It's certainly weird, and I don't think all the pieces work, but I will say the oversized comic isn't boring. Read Full Review

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