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Book Reviews of The List of 7 (aka The List of Seven) (Arthur Conan Doyle, Bk 1)

The List of 7 (aka The List of Seven) (Arthur Conan Doyle, Bk 1)
The List of 7 - aka The List of Seven - Arthur Conan Doyle, Bk 1
Author: Mark Frost
ISBN-13: 9780380720194
ISBN-10: 0380720191
Publication Date: 9/1/1994
Pages: 416
Rating:
  • Currently 3.8/5 Stars.
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3.8 stars, based on 84 ratings
Publisher: Avon
Book Type: Paperback
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18 Book Reviews submitted by our Members...sorted by voted most helpful

reviewed The List of 7 (aka The List of Seven) (Arthur Conan Doyle, Bk 1) on + 10 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
A compulsive puzzler that takes off as if Sir Arthur Conan Doyle were alive today. This is a fun read; a period piece with plucky Cockneys, pompous noble folk and swashbuckling Satanists. I enjoyed it. "A winner from the first page to the last shivery sentence" -Kansas City Star
reviewed The List of 7 (aka The List of Seven) (Arthur Conan Doyle, Bk 1) on + 11 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
A clever work of fiction which has Arthur Conan Doyle pursuing an evil brotherhood determined to expand its considerable power and influence with fiendish assistance from supernatural forces. Set in Victorian England, this tale is a fast paced thriller by the co-creator of 'Twin Peaks.'
reviewed The List of 7 (aka The List of Seven) (Arthur Conan Doyle, Bk 1) on + 30 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
After submitting a manuscript to a London publisher, young Arthur Conan Doyle becomes the target of an occult group that bears a coincidental likeness to the subject of his novel. To Doyle's aid comes Jack Sparks, a mysterious and resourceful figure who ultimately serves as Doyle's inspiration for Sherlock Holmes.
reviewed The List of 7 (aka The List of Seven) (Arthur Conan Doyle, Bk 1) on + 25 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
Set in Victorian England, a chilling and diabolical mystery. Evil, death, the occult, "malevolence born of the darkest nightmares" No, it's not Holmes - but a doctor named Doyle - Dr. Arthur Conan Doyle - who's out to solve the mystery... The game's afoot!
BaileysBooks avatar reviewed The List of 7 (aka The List of Seven) (Arthur Conan Doyle, Bk 1) on + 491 more book reviews
This has to be one of the best mystery books I have ever read.

The List of Seven is a well-written, fast-paced, page-turning murder mystery with bits of the occult sprinkled in. Mark Frost's main character is a young Arthur Conan Doyle, a struggling writer and an equally struggling new doctor. When his manuscript 'The Dark Brotherhood' ends up in the wrong hands, that's when things get interesting.

Frost has done a great job of creating a Holmes-like character that will eventually become the inspiration for this fictional Doyle's future stories. Fans of the real Doyle and Holmes will appreciate Frost's ability to create an entertaining, intriguing, and authentic world with a tale that is both creepy and compelling.

This is easily a 5-star book in my opinion. I recommend it to anyone who loves a good 19th century London murder mystery. For fans of the real Sherlock Holmes, this book will not disappoint. It's a win-win for everyone, and an absolute must read.
chaclaw avatar reviewed The List of 7 (aka The List of Seven) (Arthur Conan Doyle, Bk 1) on + 22 more book reviews
Beach novel. Suspense, action and fast pace. Not a lot of depth, but who needs depth when you are relaxing and want a fast read?
jasoncavallaro avatar reviewed The List of 7 (aka The List of Seven) (Arthur Conan Doyle, Bk 1) on + 91 more book reviews
nope
reviewed The List of 7 (aka The List of Seven) (Arthur Conan Doyle, Bk 1) on + 159 more book reviews
A mystery involving black magic and Satanic manifestations.
reviewed The List of 7 (aka The List of Seven) (Arthur Conan Doyle, Bk 1) on + 7 more book reviews
Victorian England. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle is the main character. A book about evil and evil people.
reviewed The List of 7 (aka The List of Seven) (Arthur Conan Doyle, Bk 1) on + 5 more book reviews
Good read
seagoat avatar reviewed The List of 7 (aka The List of Seven) (Arthur Conan Doyle, Bk 1) on + 12 more book reviews
Fasinating re-telling of the Holmes-Watson beginnings.
reviewed The List of 7 (aka The List of Seven) (Arthur Conan Doyle, Bk 1) on + 13 more book reviews
More supernatural than a mystery.
VampireRat avatar reviewed The List of 7 (aka The List of Seven) (Arthur Conan Doyle, Bk 1) on + 83 more book reviews
An EXCELLENT book set in the Victorian time of Arthur Conan Doyle. Fast paced and entertaining. Made me go looking for the next book, "The 6 Messiahs." I really wish the author had written more - both books were great.
reviewed The List of 7 (aka The List of Seven) (Arthur Conan Doyle, Bk 1) on + 33 more book reviews
This is an awesome read. I love how the author ties in the characters and keeps you turning pages.
reviewed The List of 7 (aka The List of Seven) (Arthur Conan Doyle, Bk 1) on
Arthur Conan Doyle meets Jack Sparks, a secret agent of sorts who inspires him to create the immortal Sherlock Holmes. The story begins as the city of London sleeps, there are those in its midst who conspire to rule the world through the darkest means. There are seven, seated in positions of extraordinary power and influence, who join together.

In the aftermath of a bloody seance and a terrifying supernatural contact, a courageous young doctor finds himself drawn into a malevolent conspiracy beyond human comprehension.

The future is not safe, as a thousand-year reign of pure evil is about to begin, unless these 7 can unravel the unspeakable mysteries behind a crime far more terrible than murder.
justreadingabook avatar reviewed The List of 7 (aka The List of Seven) (Arthur Conan Doyle, Bk 1) on + 1712 more book reviews
Wow, non stop action and a really good storyline, you won't be disappointed.
reviewed The List of 7 (aka The List of Seven) (Arthur Conan Doyle, Bk 1) on + 579 more book reviews
out of the mists of victoria"s england, a diabolical evil has emerged with only one purpose- vengeance
katknit avatar reviewed The List of 7 (aka The List of Seven) (Arthur Conan Doyle, Bk 1) on + 355 more book reviews
Good story, but the writing style is florid and contrived.