I love love love this pastiche and the new twist in the historic meeting between two great characters. This gives new life and answers some of the little questions and coincidences in " A Study in Scarlet" such as its quite a bit of a coincidence for Stamford to meet up with Watson in that hotel just as Watson arrives in London. It also gives Watson a bit more depth in his character and some meaning. This is a must read for all Sherlock fans.