Children's ✦ Penny’s Take
Adventure of the Norwood Builder
Vincent Goodwin · 2010
67/100
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A School Library Journal-endorsed graphic novel adaptation that makes Sherlock Holmes genuinely accessible for middle-grade readers who might never pick up Conan Doyle on their own — clear art, educational back matter, and zero content concerns. The 48-page format does compress a complex plot uncomfortably, and stronger readers may feel shortchanged. A good library or classroom purchase, but not a must-have for most home shelves.
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Verdict receipt0–100
Faith & family safety93
Substance / usefulness66
Craft & writing69
Originality42
Evidence & accuracy72
Hype vs delivers70
Age-fit76
👁 Human-eye gut-check66
Penny’s verdict67
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