In SHARPE'S REGIMENT we get my favorite episode of the series and Sharpe and Harper travel back to England to try to find the missing 2nd regiment of the South Essex. The return of Sir Henry Simmerson, and the introduction of both Jane and Lady Anne Camoynes make the episode good, but the totally different setting and the look at the making of a British soldier makes it great. Sharpe is out of his element here, but luckly for him he gains allies to help save the day. *****

In SHARPE'S SIEGE we get a pretty good story as Sharpe is saddled with a young Col Bampfylde and a French Royalist to try to start and encourage revolt in France. The return of Ducos and Fredrickson add greatly to the plot as does the introduction of General Calvet and his lackey. The subplot concerning fever does nor, nor does the Royalist's sister, a strong supporter of Boney. Look for a good subplot conerning one of Fredrickson's men. ****3/4

SHARPE'S MISSION would easily be the worst of the series if it wasn't for SHARPE'S GOLD. The basic plot is weak and the lead villian is just flat, but the subplots save the day. Piecroft is a facinating character, Harper's problems with Ramona are very interesting, Calvet is well done, and the scene's between Harris and the English Reporter are priceless. All these subplots and good acting despite a bad script by the usual crowd bails this episode out.
***3/4