From Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce to Robert Downey Jr. and Jude Law, cinema has produced no shortage of takes on the world’s most famous detective and his steadfast companion, Dr. Watson. Some versions stick closely to Conan Doyle’s text, while others sprint off in their own, more enthusiastic directions. Then, in 1985, Barry Levinson…
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A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness: Book Review
“The monster showed up just after midnight. As they do.” Thus begins A Monster Calls, Patrick Ness’s hauntingly beautiful story of loss and pain.