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I don't usually read Sherlock Holmes stories other than what Sir Arthur Conan Doyle penned...anything else I usually find to be too abase to the original integrity of the character. For the same reasons, I generally do not read the fictional works of women authors because they focus more on emotions than the tactile surroundings that the character is in. Ultimately, this makes it harder for me to immerse myself in a story.

However, since my reading The Displaced Detective series by Stephanie Osborn, I have found myself growing to like this version of Sherlock Holmes. In essence, Holmes (from another dimension) is brought into the 21st Century (accidentally of course) with the aid of a top secret military device called the Tesseract. Unable to return home, he is paired with Dr. Skye Chadwick, a "fan" who happened to also be the chief scientist, his rescuer from certain death, and a former reservation detective. With the assistance of Skye, Holmes is made a "consultant" and he afoot fighting an espionage ring.

Most notably, as I said before, I usually do not read the works of women authors because they focus on emotions too much for my tastes. However, in this case, the sensibilities of a woman author are needed to bring this Victorian Era man to life. The fact that the writer happens to also be a former NASA scientist, investigator, and all around polymath allows for that depth of story that I long for from male authors. So, in this case, I get the tactile descriptions necessary to lose myself in the story while also the emotional elements to understand the inner turmoil of Holmes' mind...as well as Skye's...who plays almost as much the lead as Sherlock does.

In essence, the true story of this series isn't the Tesseract, the espionage ring, etc. Rather, it is a 19th Century English gentleman being thrown into the 21st Century and trying to handle not only a historical learning curve but also cultural changes such as where the birth control pill of the 1960s has ushered in a contemporary culture filled with sexually-charged situations and norms that a true Victorian gentleman would otherwise have deemed vile and vulgar. His partner is now someone of equal brilliance who has the morals and values he misses form his own times but the virtues and characteristics of a strong, independent woman of this time. How the two mix and marry makes for an intriguing story line.

Naturally, Stephanie Osborn also adds extra bits into play as well that one typically will not find in a normal Sherlock Holmes based story. For instance, for the first time in contemporary society, we actually learn of Sherlock's full name. His relationship with his brother is expanded upon. Even the adulteration of tobacco is discussed. Nothing is missed and yet it all pairs so well into a cohesive story of discovery and growth.

This series challenges the mind as much as it does the imagination. Trust me, you owe it to yourself to start reading this series. It will change your understanding of an old literary character and will also broaden your mind as to how various, and sometimes seemingly innocuous, changes can add up to a given epoch.


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The Case of the Displaced Detective The Arrival Stephanie Osborn 9781606191897 Books Reviews

So let me state some potential problems right off so the last thing you remember are the good points.

The first section might very well confound you until you get it straight in your head that Sherlock Holmes has been plucked from a cliff (where he was supposed to have died) and secured in a different time continuum (Earth in the future). My advice don’t back out due to the future aspect. Stick with it. The story is superbly written, positively unique, and it will all start to make sense soon.

Second potential problem This is a very long story. If you count books one and two as a single story, which is the case, it is 630 pages. That’s still shorter than Gone with the Wind (1057) but still very long. But if you persist, ignoring the daunting pages, you will be rewarded.

Good advice You will require book two, because book one stops at a critical moment. So buy both at once. You will happy you did.

If you are willing to take on a superb, intelligent, engaging book despite the above issues, expect to have a riveting good time. The author’s detail in science matters, in the knowledge of Sherlock Holmes cases, in horse matters, and in matters of the heart are exceptional.

Sherlock Holmes begins much as Doyle wrote him at the very first, but when thrown into a futuristic Earth where the world is very different, he is determined to adapt to his new life. Out of place at first (well, out of ‘time’ actually, Holmes struggles at bit at first, but Skye, the brilliant scientist who was in charge of the technology which brought him into the future, becomes his liaison and he quickly adapts to his new environment. Naturally, he wishes to solve mysteries. And they quickly discover there are murders and espionage to be resolved before the situation can no longer be fixed.

At first, Sherlock’s the man of his past a bit cranky, irritable, with little patience but a great detective, with fabulous intuitive skills. Then he slowly starts to change, due to the time he spends with Skye, learning new knowledge. Still it is a rocky road, in which he struggles and at one point his abrupt criticism almost causes Skye to walk. But that was also a turning point for him.
I love how honest and true their actions and reactions are. The author never skips ahead or rushes the internal changes occurring in her characters.

Warning something terrible happens at the end of book one. I personally hate cliff hangers, and this one was a wopper! But book 2 is available at and affordable, so grab it and keep reading.
I've always loved Sherlock Holmes stories, from The Hound of the Baskervilles (which I read as a youth) to the latest BBC production starring Benecict Cumberbatch. I'm certainly not an expert on the character, but I have a definite affinity for Sherlock!

When I started Ms. Osborn's book, I was dying for more Holmes, especially in the new BBC series. I frequently checked online to see if the new series was available to buy yet (I bought all seasons as soon as they were available!), and was truly yearning for some good Sherlock.

Thank goodness I found this series - because when I read about Skye and Sherlock's current day adventures in this original and beautifully told story, I felt as if I were "home." Home with Holmes, as it were. (sorry!)

The characters and their relationship were the main draw for me, although the plot/mystery/suspense were great, too. But I couldn't wait for more scenes between the two protagonists, and appreciated the vibrant scene setting, as well. The engineer in me also appreciated the science background - wonderfully done!

Thanks for letting me know in advance that this story really does move right into the sequel - and that all won't be resolved until I read book 2. I have already purchased all four books (before the omnibus came out, drat!), and can't wait to read the rest of the books.

Now, on to At Speed!
I don't usually read Sherlock Holmes stories other than what Sir Arthur Conan Doyle penned...anything else I usually find to be too abase to the original integrity of the character. For the same reasons, I generally do not read the fictional works of women authors because they focus more on emotions than the tactile surroundings that the character is in. Ultimately, this makes it harder for me to immerse myself in a story.

However, since my reading The Displaced Detective series by Stephanie Osborn, I have found myself growing to like this version of Sherlock Holmes. In essence, Holmes (from another dimension) is brought into the 21st Century (accidentally of course) with the aid of a top secret military device called the Tesseract. Unable to return home, he is paired with Dr. Skye Chadwick, a "fan" who happened to also be the chief scientist, his rescuer from certain death, and a former reservation detective. With the assistance of Skye, Holmes is made a "consultant" and he afoot fighting an espionage ring.

Most notably, as I said before, I usually do not read the works of women authors because they focus on emotions too much for my tastes. However, in this case, the sensibilities of a woman author are needed to bring this Victorian Era man to life. The fact that the writer happens to also be a former NASA scientist, investigator, and all around polymath allows for that depth of story that I long for from male authors. So, in this case, I get the tactile descriptions necessary to lose myself in the story while also the emotional elements to understand the inner turmoil of Holmes' mind...as well as Skye's...who plays almost as much the lead as Sherlock does.

In essence, the true story of this series isn't the Tesseract, the espionage ring, etc. Rather, it is a 19th Century English gentleman being thrown into the 21st Century and trying to handle not only a historical learning curve but also cultural changes such as where the birth control pill of the 1960s has ushered in a contemporary culture filled with sexually-charged situations and norms that a true Victorian gentleman would otherwise have deemed vile and vulgar. His partner is now someone of equal brilliance who has the morals and values he misses form his own times but the virtues and characteristics of a strong, independent woman of this time. How the two mix and marry makes for an intriguing story line.

Naturally, Stephanie Osborn also adds extra bits into play as well that one typically will not find in a normal Sherlock Holmes based story. For instance, for the first time in contemporary society, we actually learn of Sherlock's full name. His relationship with his brother is expanded upon. Even the adulteration of tobacco is discussed. Nothing is missed and yet it all pairs so well into a cohesive story of discovery and growth.

This series challenges the mind as much as it does the imagination. Trust me, you owe it to yourself to start reading this series. It will change your understanding of an old literary character and will also broaden your mind as to how various, and sometimes seemingly innocuous, changes can add up to a given epoch.