Bible John: A New Suspect by Jill Bavin-Mizzi

[Ms Diddles]

I’m terrible for putting books on hold if another one shows up. I’m currently reading a newish book on Deeming on Kindle but my problem is that if I put a book on hold it can be months before I get to finish it. That said, it’s gonna go on hold.

You are probably aware of this book, but I'm currently on "The Men Who Were Sherlock Holmes" by Daniel Smith.

It's all about Joseph Bell and Henry Littlejohn's involvement in a Scottish murder case interspersed with sections about their relationship with and influence on Conan Doyle.

It's pretty good, but if you and Barn start chatting about the Bible John one I'll likely get curious and want to join in!

[Herlock Sholmes]

I'm quite enjoying my current book so might finish that first and start the Bible John one at the weekend.

That said, if you and Barn start discussing it I'll likely get FOMO and go for it!

I’m terrible for putting books on hold if another one shows up. I’m currently reading a newish book on Deeming on Kindle but my problem is that if I put a book on hold it can be months before I get to finish it. That said, it’s gonna go on hold.

[Ms Diddles]

I'm not too sure Herlock.
I once worked with a wee blotchy guy.
And he was a complete and utter pain!

Oh yeah, Barn!

I know him too.

He's notorious round here.

Always looking at you kinda stern, swilling his frothy ale and trying to foist his unwanted red handkerchiefs off on any poor unsuspecting fool.

What a d!ck!!!!

[Ms Diddles]

I’m looking forward to hearing yours and MsD’s thoughts on the book Barn. Suspect theory aside it sounds like a good book on the subject .

I'm quite enjoying my current book so might finish that first and start the Bible John one at the weekend.

That said, if you and Barn start discussing it I'll likely get FOMO and go for it!

[Ms Diddles]

I have finished the book, and I'm pulling my scribbled notes together..
I am also jumping back into the book to clarify some things.

I hope you guys enjoy the book, I certainly did.
I'll try and post on it later this week.

The whole thing is made doubly strange for me because I worked with the suspect named by Jill Bavin-Mizzi in the book.

Yeah, I thought that was a pretty strange coincidence when you first mentioned it, particularly considering your interest in the case.

I will be intrigued to hear whether you think there's anything in this theory or are sticking with McInnes as your prime suspect.

[Herlock Sholmes]

I'm not too sure Herlock.
I once worked with a wee blotchy guy.
And he was a complete and utter pain!

I’m looking forward to hearing yours and MsD’s thoughts on the book Barn. Suspect theory aside it sounds like a good book on the subject .

[barnflatwyngarde]

At least no one could suggest that you once worked with the ripper Barn.

I'm not too sure Herlock.
I once worked with a wee blotchy guy.
And he was a complete and utter pain!

[Herlock Sholmes]

I have finished the book, and I'm pulling my scribbled notes together..
I am also jumping back into the book to clarify some things.

I hope you guys enjoy the book, I certainly did.
I'll try and post on it later this week.

The whole thing is made doubly strange for me because I worked with the suspect named by Jill Bavin-Mizzi in the book.

At least no one could suggest that you once worked with the ripper Barn.

[barnflatwyngarde]

I'm wfh tomorrow so will finally be collecting mine from the post office too.

I have finished the book, and I'm pulling my scribbled notes together..
I am also jumping back into the book to clarify some things.

I hope you guys enjoy the book, I certainly did.
I'll try and post on it later this week.

The whole thing is made doubly strange for me because I worked with the suspect named by Jill Bavin-Mizzi in the book.

[Herlock Sholmes]

I'm wfh tomorrow so will finally be collecting mine from the post office too.

And not the off-licence

[Ms Diddles]

My book is being re delivered on Thursday. I might have to put the one I’m currently reading on hold.

I'm wfh tomorrow so will finally be collecting mine from the post office too.

[Herlock Sholmes]

My book is being re delivered on Thursday. I might have to put the one I’m currently reading on hold.

[Herlock Sholmes]

Haha! Not at all, Herlock!

I'm just lazy and wanted to get home to the cats (and the wine)!

That’s a good enough reason

[Ms Diddles]

In this weather I can’t say that I can blame you. Do you live in one of those places where things are miles apart? I tried to re-arrange a delivery today but the system was down. Obviously due to that power outage. I’ll try again tomorrow. Calmly this time.

Haha! Not at all, Herlock!

I'm just lazy and wanted to get home to the cats (and the wine)!

[barnflatwyngarde]

I'm not out the starting block yet, Herlock!

It was either collect the book from the post office or go to the shop to pick up a bottle of wine when I finished work!

No prizes for guessing which I chose!

Dat's ma girl!
I'm glad that you're embracing the Glaswegian culture vibe.

I have just finished the book, and I thoroughly enjoyed it.

It is the best overall book on Bible John, in my opinion, but it's a pretty low bar to be honest.
There is a long, detailed, but necessary, section on the geneological connection between John McInnes and John Templeton.
It is clear that the author is prepared to do the hard yards when it comes to doing the necessary research, and I think that it pays off.

I will type up my notes, and post a more detailed critique later next week.

I am really looking forward to hearing both your opinion Ms D and also Herlock.