THIS WEEK … WALLA WALLA! (General Audiences)

[pennysdreadful.livejournal.com]

Fandom: SHERLOCK BBC/CABIN PRESSURE
Pairing: None given. Gen.
Length: 7,566
Author on LJ: co-authored by goldvermilion87 with labourslamp
Author Website: goldvermilion87 on AO3
Authors Gave No Warnings

Summary: “Mixed up luggage and an undeclared exotic pet present a mystery even Douglas can't solve. Enter Sherlock Holmes.”

Why this must be read: A great example of a popular crossover. This crossover combo is popular thanks to a certain actor playing the leads in both series, although the characters are polar opposites in charisma, intellect and self- esteem. This fic exploits that contrast for comedy casefic value: Sherlock is on the case of an undeclared passenger on MJN Air, will this solve or worsen Cptn. Crieffs troubles?  Helps if you’ve heard the Cabin Pressure shows, to appreciate just how well the authors write in the audio drama screenplay format, capturing each characters voice and social quirks perfectly.  Holmes fans unfamiliar with the Cabin Pressure series can still enjoy it though, as casefic with a novel format and plot detours [especially if you have a peek at the CP fandom overview first!].  The deft use of banter is the best part of this fic imo, teasing out relationship dynamics between the two worlds in a way that highlights why each is so likable.

Excerpt: ARTHUR [speaking over Douglas]: Martin, there's this BRILLIANT chap; he solves mysteries and chases bad guys and all sorts of things…Oh! you should read his blog. This chap—He could help you!

This Week ...Wall Walla!

Comments

[unbelievable2.livejournal.com]

This is so fantastic, and without your rec I may never have explored this crossover, so I am eternally indebted! Thank you!

[pennysdreadful.livejournal.com]

Glad you liked it! I wasn't sure about going with casefic & crossover recs, but there's quite a few good authors doing them for this fandom.

[dogwoodblossom.livejournal.com]

This coming across my dash through me because I am actually from Walla Walla.

[pennysdreadful.livejournal.com]

...and the throw continues. Until seeing your comment I didn't realize there's a USA Walla Walla [as well as the Australian one I know], so the fort is therefore a real one in Washington, not just an author device. Geography education via fandom!