There aren’t many heroines more beloved than Nancy Drew. What’s not to love? She’s a super sleuth like Sherlock Holmes—only in cuter clothes!
However, is this kid’s book still a good read for adults? Paste’s own Keri Lumm revisits this classic tale and contrasts her thoughts on the mystery as a 13-year-old girl vs. as a 30-year-old woman.
Check out her breakdown of Nancy Drew: The Mystery at Lilac Inn below. And don’t miss Keri’s take on The Baby-Sitters Club!
Keri is a professional chatterbox who loves watching TV and movies, reading about pop culture and gawking at any craziness on the Internet. You can follow her on Twitter.