A Study in Charlotte by Brittany Cavallaro blends contemporary young adult fiction with classic Sherlock Holmes elements, earning praise for its clever premise and engaging protagonists. However, some critics feel the plot can be predictable and relies too heavily on the legacy of the original Holmes stories. Overall, it captivates with sharp dialogue and inventive twists.

Readers who enjoy witty, suspenseful YA mysteries with a modern twist on classic literature will delight in Brittany Cavallaro’s A Study in Charlotte. Fans of Sherlock Holmes, Truly Devious by Maureen Johnson, and The Naturals by Jennifer Lynn Barnes will appreciate the clever dynamics and thrilling plot.

In Brittany Cavallaro’s A Study in Charlotte, James Watson and Charlotte Holmes, descendants of Dr. Watson and Sherlock Holmes, attend Sherringford Academy, where they must clear their names while solving campus crimes echoing Sherlock Holmes stories. Set in a modern Ivy League prep school, their investigation highlights their familial legacies and the themes of Mind and Heart. This novel references incidents of rape and frequent drug use.

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