Brilliant idea of Guy Ritchie's to to give us the young and active Holmes and Watson, especially as Robert Downey Jr. is one of our very best physical actors. Can't wait to see it! Preview online at http://sherlock-holmes-movie.warnerbros.com/
Another favorite version of the great detective is Laurie R. King's in her Mary Russell series, in which teenage Mary trips over the retired Holmes, becomes his apprentice and later his wife. Mystery, romance, extremely palatable early 20th century history (and trustworthy – King is a meticulous researcher.) The series begins with The Beekeeper's Apprentice, but start anywhere-- you'll catch up. The author's site at http://www.laurierking.com/ is well worth reading. Mystery: Why has no one adapted any of King's books to film? It can't be prejudice against old man-young woman stories.
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