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The Fifth Heart

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The Fifth Heart

De: Dan Simmons
Narrado por: David Pittu
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In 1893 Sherlock Holmes and Henry James come to America together to solve the mystery of the 1885 death of Clover Adams, wife of the esteemed historian Henry Adams--a member of the Adams family that has given the United States two presidents. Clover's suicide appears to be more than it at first seemed; the suspected foul play may involve matters of national importance.

Holmes is currently on his great hiatus--his three-year absence after Reichenbach Falls, during which time the people of London believe him to be deceased. Holmes has faked his own death because through his powers of ratiocination, the great detective has come to the conclusion that he is a fictional character.

This leads to serious complications for James, for if his esteemed fellow investigator is merely a work of fiction, what does that make him? And what can the master storyteller do to fight against the sinister power--possibly named Moriarty--that may or may not be controlling them from the shadows?

©2015 Dan Simmons (P)2015 Hachette Audio
Crimen y Misterio Internacional Detective Ficción Histórico Investigadores Privados Misterio Thriller y Suspenso Emocionante
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Engaging Storyline • Intriguing Premise • Excellent Narration • Complex Mystery • Historical Fiction
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Exceeded expectations. Combined such interesting characters and locations...just an overall great read.
Hope to find more like this and soon.

Wish the story would keep going. Enjoyed so much!

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I am a big fan of Sherlock Holmes pastiches, and this is the best. The ever creative Dan Simmons reimagines Sherlock Holmes in a most satisfying way. The narrator David Pittue gives one of the best performances of the Holmes voice that I have heard. This is the best Audible title I have encountered.

Truly Great Sherlock Holmes

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Loved the story and the underlying imagination and checks on reality. Can wait for Sherlock’ s next adventure

Wonderful story can’t wait for book 2

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I really enjoyed this story. The narrator was quite skilled at bringing all of the characters to light, and I have enjoyed Dan Simmon's work since I read HYPERION many years ago. And here is the "but".

But...I've never liked the few stories of Henry James that I have had the misfortune to read. Perhaps I lack the literary snobbery that is required to digest his works, but, like I said, never a fan. I absolutely hate the James character in this novel. I found him annoying, pretentious, and boring (very much how I feel about his literary works) with a lack of focus that belittled the other characters of this book. Otherwise, the book is fantastic. Just tune out the parts with the unappealing James.

Luken Adler was correct...Henry James's stories are painful to read...unless of course you like pain.

Luken Adler was correct.

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What made the experience of listening to The Fifth Heart the most enjoyable?

the story line...love the historical background with the hole Sherlock aspect!!! I didn't read up on this so I would go blindly into it...glad I did....sorry for the spoilers to anyone that would read this...

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

yes...even when i thought i knew what was next i was wrong a few times...I do like being fooled...

What three words best describe David Pittu’s voice?

versatile, nice, smooth

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

nope...I listened to it riding my bike or driving...

Any additional comments?

the editing on the audio wasn't totally smooth...I could tell on the editing due to the timing in the phrasing...that was a bit annoying...otherwise i fully enjoyed the book...kind of wanted the story to continue...so I will be listening to it again...OH totally guessed the issue with one character...maybe Dan meant to do that...peace

great story but the editing on the audio...well..

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I have run every single Sherlock Holmes novel and short story at least three and I try to read any Sherlock in novel... This is one of the best that I have ever read, and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle would be proud

true sherlockian novel

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Another awesome Simmons book. Those of us with a love of the classics will appreciate both the protagonists. :)

Dan Simmons at his best

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Simmons plays with historic people, fictional and real, as a child plays with superhero action figures. The result is similar to the conversation game of imagining having dinner with your favorite famous figures, living or dead.

I enjoyed the mix of history and fiction, but the sheer number of cameo appearances was dizzying.

The question regarding the reality of the characters was intriguing and I laugh/groaned at the literary jokes - "I hate change of perspective, but I'm doing it anyway," and "I hate epilogues, but here it is."

Overall, a fun adventure. It is easy to compare it to Simmons' "Drood." In that comparison, however, the mystery in "Drood" is more heart stopping than in "The Fifth Heart."

Strength is in the characters, not the story

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This is a Sherlock Holmes novel I assume to be set after the Conan Doyle stories. I liked the book though I thought it a bit over long and unnecessary in a couple spots. The book is very interesting as it as much historical fiction as it is a Holmes story. I looked up at least a half dozen things concerning this book. Starting with the 5 of Hearts. There are a few spots in which the story flow is broken and we the reader are surprised by the "you don't do this in a novel" moments. I found the book to be odd and worth my time. I find myself wondering if Simmons decided to break as many rules of writing as he thought he could. Wondering also if I was being tested and found wanting because I like the book anyway, or if Simmons tried a grand literary experiment and it worked for me. There are a couple main mysteries. A number of surprises. Plenty of history. Plenty of historical characters who were used within the fiction, which I found distracting, and I trust that Simmons was careful in this use. 1 is a terrible book. 2 is a book that really bothered me but maybe your tastes would allow you to enjoy it. 3 is a good book that is mundane, or in this case a book above the common that is not for everyone. 4 is a book I really enjoyed that I believe to be above common goodness in quality. 5 is a truly fine or great work and I seldom give 5's.

Good but odd

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I loved the combined characters and history. I look forward to additional novels like this!

Most Satisfying

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