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Steve hockensmith has written two very different mystery series that have garnered awards as well as a loyal fan base. Books by steve hockensmith writers similar to steve hockensmith. The brothers are unique and hilarious, and hockensmiths writing is sharp, witty, and creative. I respect your privacy, and you can unsubscribe at any time. So, i downloaded the first book, this one, to my recentlyacquired kindle and found myself thoroughly enjoying gustav amlingmeyer old red emulating sherlock holmes. Several of hockensmith s short stories have been nominated for awards in the mystery field. When a writer mixes genres, such as a sherlock holmesstyle mystery and a. In steve hockensmiths debut novel he mixes mystery and a fun western yarn in holmes on the range. The first book in the series was a finalist for the edgar, shamus, anthony and dilys awards, and the fourth, the crack in the lens, was a finalist for the nero.

Holmes on the range holmes on the range mysteries book 1. The book opens up with big red otto amlingmeyer explaining how his brother old red gustav amlingmeyer got interested in being a detective after otto read gustav the sherlock holmes story the redheaded league. Hockensmith is the author of the holmes on the range mystery series. Steve hockensmith was born on 17 august 1968 and is a renowned american author. This is a novel that should be read by anyone who loves a mystery, a. Pages can include limited notes and highlighting, and the copy can include previous owner inscriptions. Steve hockensmith is the author of the new york times bestseller pride and prejudice and zombies. Steve hockensmith the wild west gets a lot wilder when a sherlock holmesloving cowboy sets out to solve a mystery using the methods of his hero, sherlock holmes. Steve hockensmith is an entertainment journalist who writes for the hollywood reporter, the chicago. All content included on our site, such as text, images, digital downloads and other, is the property of its content suppliers and protected by us and international laws. Steve hockensmith has done it again, and the the black dove the 3rd book in the holmes on the range mysteries about big red and old red is a real treat.

Holmes on the range series, book 1 by steve hockensmith. Holmes on the range 2006, on the wrong track 2007, and the forthcoming the black dove 2008. Holmes on the range by steve hockensmith a readable copy. Holmes on the range holmes on the range mystery series, book 1. Buy this book awardwinning narrator william dufris. When big red and old red amlingmeyer sign on as ranch hands at the secretive bar vr cattle spread, theyre not expecting much more than hard work, bad pay, and a comfortable campfire around which they. Steve hockensmith s debut novel holmes on the range is an amusing conan doyle inspired mystery set in the untamed frontier of 1893 montana. Holmes on the range by steve hockensmith overdrive. Books by steve hockensmith authors like steve hockensmith. Martins minotaur is the debut novel from steve hockensmith and introduced the characters of gustav old. Hockensmith gained popularity with the holmes on range mystery series. All content included on our site, such as text, images, digital downloads and other, is the property of its content suppliers and protected by. Jane austen, seth grahame smith seth grahame smith jane austen, ben h winters primary contributor.

Dawn of the dreadfuls and several other novels, including the edgar award finalist holmes on the range. Entertainment weekly on holmes on the range other books and tv series have featured genremelding cowboys armed with ratiocination as well as revolvers, but hockensmiths take is quite special. Because 1893 is a tough year in montana, any job is a good job. Buy holmes on the range holmes on the range mysteries new ed by hockensmith, steve isbn. Hockensmith was born in the town of louisville, kentucky.

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Called delightfully offbeat entertainment weekly and captivating publishers weekly, this mysterywestern hybrid was a finalist for the prestigious best first novel. Saddle up for mystery and adventure in the old west with the first five books in the holmes on the range series holmes on the range, on the wrong track, the black dove, the crack in the lens and worlds greatest sleuth. Holmes on the range by steve hockensmith 2006, hardcover. The pair made their debut in a story called dear mr. And if youve never read any of the holmes on the range books, this. Steve hockensmith is the author of three novels featuring big red and old red amlingmeyer. Holmes on the range by steve hockensmith deal reading deals. A holmes on the range mystery holmes on the range mysteries book 2 kindle edition by hockensmith, steve. Steve hockensmiths debut novel holmes on the range is an amusing conan doyle inspired mystery set in the untamed frontier of 1893 montana. In march 2007 he applied the page 69 test to on the wrong track. The complete series list for a holmes on the range mystery steve hockensmith.

Youre much more likely to say when am i gonna get a newsletter from that hockensmith guy. Holmes on the range holmes on the range mystery, book 1. I signed up for a while ago for some reason i dont recall. When big red and old red amlingmeyer sign on as ranch hands at the secretive bar vr cattle spread, theyre not expecting much more than hard work, bad pay, and a comfortable campfire around which they can enjoy their favorite pastime. Reviews the book holmes on the range, by steve hockensmith.

The book chronicles the exploits of the amlingmeyer brothers gustav and otto, known as old red and big red. Books by steve hockensmith authors like steve hockensmith what should i read next register for free to build your own book lists. Hockensmith was a finalist for the edgar award for this novel. Reviewed by kate ayers on february 6, 2007 holmes on the range. In steve hockensmith s debut novel he mixes mystery and a fun western yarn in holmes on the range.

Called delightfully offbeat entertainment weekly and captivating publishers weekly, this mysterywestern hybrid was a finalist for the prestigious best first novel edgar award. The holmes on the range series by steve hockensmith features the characters big red and old red. The first installment in the book series was published in the year 2006 and was a finalist for an antony award and an edgar award. Well, the book i found was not the first in the holmes on the range series of books. Though cowpokes by training, the brothers are devotees of the late, great sherlock holmes and his trademark met. Worlds greatest sleuth a holmes on the range mystery holmes on the range.

Old red becomes smitten with sherlock holmes on hearing his brother read the red. The first book in the series, holmes on the range published in 2006, was a finalist for the edgar, shamus and anthony awards for best first novel. A holmes on the range mystery 3 in the summer of 1893, gustav old red amlingmeyer and his brother otto a. An exlibrary book and may have standard library stamps andor stickers. Holmes on the range by steve hockensmith overdrive rakuten.

Theres his combination of intriguing mystery, breathless action, colorful characters and enough laughoutloud moments for the book to fit in the humorous crime category. Holmes on the range hockensmith steve download bok. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Critics have called steve hockensmiths holmes on the range tales hilarious entertainment weekly, quirky and original the pittsburgh postgazette, clever the new york times, wonderfully entertaining booklist and a hoot the washington post. Big red and old red amlingmeyer have starred in six novels, rustling up award nominations and fans aplenty as they cracked mysteries using the methods of their hero, sherlock holmes. Holmes on the range is one of the better novels i have read this year. Not only cute but clever, as steve hockensmith demonstrates in the crack in the lens. Book 1 of 6 in the holmes on the range mysteries series. Holmes on the range by steve hockensmith the wild west gets a lot wilder when a sherlock holmesloving cowboy sets out to solve a mystery using the methods of his hero, sherlock holmes.

Holmes on the range by steve hockensmith, 2006 audio, overdrive download. Holmes holmes on the range mystery by steve hockensmith book cover, description, publication history. In 1892, cowboy gustav old red amlingmeyer is read a sherlock holmes story the red. Plus i dont send newsletters out very often, to be honest. The stars of the show are two montana cowboys, otto and gustav amlingmeyer better known as big red the narrator and old red who does, as the book says.

Get this book free when you sign up for a 30day trial. I liked holmes on the range a lot better than many of the other new holmes tales. When big red and old red amlingmeyer sign on as ranch hands at the secretive barvr cattle spread, theyre not expecting much more than hard work, bad pay, and a comfortable campfire around whic. He currently resides in the bay area, california with his wife, a pet dog, and two children. It is different, compelling, and humorous without being silly. The difficulty reading a new holmes story is that there is always a scene where i find myself thinking holmes would never have handled it that way. Gustav, the older brother a dedicated fan of sherlock holmes even though illiterate, convinces little brother otto to take jobs as railroad detectives on the. Steve hockensmith resurrects the cowpuncher turned amateur sleuth amlingmeyer brothers, gustav known as old red and otto known as big red in his latest western themed detective yarn. The holmes on the range gang is back in another wild west mystery. Holmes on the range holmes on the range mysteries series by steve hockensmith. Browse author series lists, sequels, pseudonyms, synopses, book covers, ratings and awards. Holmes on the range holmes on the range mysteries authors.