The Beekeeper’s Apprentice
by Laurie R. King (St Martin’s Press, 1994; reprinted Allison & Busby, 2010)
Mary Russell proves both a worthy viewpoint protagonist and a match for her mentor, albeit her intellect is kept largely unflaunted. King presents a respectful and convincing characterising of Holmes in his older years (likewise depictions of Mycroft, Watson and Mrs Hudson).