Beekeeping for Beginners

In this short story by award-winning author Laurie R. King, readers are introduced to the first meeting of Sherlock Holmes and Mary Russell amidst the Sussex Downs during wartime. Holmes, experiencing a period of gloom, encounters a spirited young woman named Mary, who soon becomes his apprentice in both beekeeping and detective work. The story offers a compelling glimpse into their initial connection and sets the stage for their future partnership.