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Head to head · Games & Puzzles
Brain Games Sherlock Holmes Puzzles (#1) vs Murdle Volume 1
Ravvy scores Brain Games Sherlock Holmes Puzzles (#1) at 85.41 and Murdle Volume 1 at 89.58. Murdle Volume 1 takes the overall pick, best for puzzle enthusiasts and fans of logic grids or cozy mysteries.
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Buy this if you want an atmospheric and accessible puzzle book that stays open easily, provided you do not mind some lighter filler content.
Ravvy pick
89.6
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Buy this if you want a clever and addictive mental challenge, but be prepared for a steep difficulty spike in the final chapters.
How they score
| Factor | Brain Games Sherlock Holmes Puzzles (#1) | Murdle Volume 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Variety | 85 | – |
| Portability | 72 | – |
| Design Quality | 91 | – |
| Difficulty Curve | 78.5 | – |
| Thematic Consistency | 89 | – |
| Humor | – | 90 |
| Complexity | – | 85 |
| Replayability | – | 30 |
| Visual Design | – | 82 |
| Educational Value | – | 75 |
Brain Games Sherlock Holmes Puzzles (#1)
What owners praise
- Convenient spiral binding lays completely flat
- High-quality paper prevents ink bleed-through
- Strong thematic connection to Sherlock Holmes
- Diverse range of puzzle types to prevent boredom
- Affordable price point for the volume of content
What to know first
- Some puzzles may feel too easy for experts
- Large physical footprint compared to pocket books
- Solution section is bulky
Skip it if hardcore mathematicians or those seeking high-intensity logic challenges
Murdle Volume 1
What owners praise
- Engaging narrative style that elevates basic logic grids
- Satisfying difficulty progression for all skill levels
- High quality paper that handles erasing well
- Humorous and quirky world building
- Clear instructions for beginners new to logic puzzles
What to know first
- Weighty physical profile makes it less portable than a pocketbook
- Late stage puzzles may require external note taking space
Skip it if readers who prefer fast paced narratives over analytical problem solving
Specs side by side
| Spec | Brain Games Sherlock Holmes Puzzles (#1) | Murdle Volume 1 |
|---|---|---|
| ISBN-10 | 1640300937 | 1250892317 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1640300934 | 978-1250892317 |
| Language | English | English |
| Publisher | Publications International, Ltd. | Griffin |
| Dimensions | 7.81 x 0.88 x 9.13 inches | 6.15 x 1 x 9.1 inches |
| Item Weight | 1.15 pounds | 2.31 pounds |
| Print length | 192 pages | 384 pages |
| Part of series | Part of series : Brain Games | Part of series : Murdle |
| Publication date | January 1, 2018 | June 13, 2023 |
| Best Sellers Rank | See Top 100 in Books | See Top 100 in Books |
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