The great detective has been adapted to just about every entertainment vehicle imaginable (TV, movies, video games), but Sherlock Holmes hasn't always fared well in the comic book format.That's probably why this series is such a treat. Here we have a comic book that respects the source material, plays fair with the reader, and still provides another entertaining chapter in this unfolding mystery.
After being arrested and charged with murder, Holmes manages to escape prison, and this issue we see what he's been up to and begin to get an inkling of where he's going from here.
The issue focuses a lot on the supporting cast, and I'm delighted to see one of my favorites characters make an appearance herein (no, I won't spoil it for you by naming that person).
The art is again fantastic, including both the outstanding cover by John Cassaday and the detailed interior art by Aaron Campbell, with colors by Tony Avina.
But the highest praise must be reserved for the writers, Leah Moore and John Reppion. They've crafted a Holmes story that doesn't follow the usual format, but manages to fit will in the time period and the style of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
I'm anxiously awaiting the next chapter.
Grade: A-
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