Quick Review: "Sherlock" Series 2

So, another series of "Sherlock" has come and gone, and too short it was. We started off the series with Irene Adler's debut in "A Scandal in Belgravia," penned by Moffat. Adler proved to be an interesting character, and the twist at the end, with Sherlock saving her from execution, was nicely done. I especially liked how it showcased a femme fatale of sorts for Sherlock Holmes. Next, we had "The Hounds of Baskerville," a nicely updated take on the former tale. The story itself was interesting because of the nature of the mystery. Seeing the fear on Sherlock's face after seeing the hound was well worth it, and the last scene was a nice set-up for the finale, "The Reichenbach Fall." Taking it's title from the classic Doyle-penned story "The Final Problem," where Holmes and Moriarty meet their fate, it updates the story in wonderful ways. Moriarty was in full form here, ranging from the silent menace, to full-on fake act, to his quirky self from series 1. The plan Moriarty hatched to destroy Sherlock was ingenious, from using a fake code to making a mystery so ideally designed for Sherlock that everyone started to blame him. Did Moriarty die at the end? I honestly hope they decide not to go the Doyle route, and actually leave him alive. And Sherlock.... how did he escape his demise? We clearly saw him jump, or so it seems, but Moffat insists there's a clue we missed. I can't wait for the next series! Moriarty was such a fantastically written and acted villain, he was the clear highlight of this series for me. Bring on series 3!