Another hit for Fellowes
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I like this mini series.  I gave this series a 4 instead of a 5 because it wasn't as indepth as Fellowes' Downton Abbey.  But since this was an adaptation, that isn't Fellowes fault.  Nothing can compare to Downton.  I would receommend it, however if you like that genre!
3693822
I'm just a big fan of Julian Fellowes, I love all his stories.
586442
A continuation of a beloved series....no disappointments and more dectective delightful action and fun by our favourite detective and friends..
1018874
Nevil Shute is one of my favorite authors and this is yet another of his excellent books! You're quickly drawn into the story and sympathize with the multifaceted and down-to-earth, life-like characters.
3873528
If you love Downton Abbey, then you'll love this.  It's got interesting characters, beautiful costumes and scenery and a decent storyline all in a lot fewers episodes.  Also, Julian Fellowes offers some interesting commentary and insight.
2989278
I have finished episodes 1, 2 and 3 of Julian Fellowes BELGRAVIA series.
Episode 1  Dancing into battle
Episode 2  A chance encounter
Episode 3  Family Ties
It is a novel (excuse the pun) idea to construct the book as a serialization with new episodes appearing weekly. There are 11 episodes or chapters in all.
I have enjoyed the series so far - it is a quiet, detailed story revolving around a secret. The story is set in 1840s England against a backdrop of British high society and manners. The characters, the settings, the decor, the clothing, the everyday mannerisms, the conversations, the meals, the architecture, class structure - all come alive. It is what Julian Fellowes does best - setting the tone/the atmosphere of the period. The story is almost secondary to the sense of being involved in the setting.
I liked reading about the Duchess of Richmonds ball held on the eve of the Battle of Waterloo in 1815 - in Episode 1. It is here that the secret has its beginnings.
I would definitely recommend this serialization.
311837
This was a very enjoyable delight - the actors were top-notch, the scenery and filming beautiful, and the plot engaging. Highly recommend - give us more gems from Julian Fellowes and his team!
4455563
Wonderful program! Love the cozy "chat" with Julian Fellowes at the beginning of each episode. Charming English scenery, fabulous attire, and intriguing plot. Tasteful, well done series involving the interesting culture of the British Victorian period.
2180495
Malliet has the perfect touch if you like well written English village cozies with a sense of place and a touch of humor and romance.  This is her second with hero Max Tudor, a cool customer with real feelings, needs and tastes.  I look forward to future visits with Max -- I hope he finds a way to earn a little more money, so we can join him as he occasionally enjoys his taste for luxury.
211087
Julian Fellowes has another sweeping drama with Doctor Thorne!  I highly recommend viewing Doctor Thorne on Amazon Video and I'm looking forward to the DVD release of  this series in the USA.  A++++++
2177989
As a genuine member of the English landed gentry, Fellowes is perfectly and articulately well qualified both to review and to critique its past periods of splendor and increasing decline. Who better these days, given his splendid "Downton Abbey" masterpiece? Yes, resoundingly another triumph, as he depicts the inevitable struggles of the over-staffed and over-spent rich, while the merit-driven middle-class increasingly make their presence felt. Great stuff!
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Loved this mini series! Had the same flavor and quality as you would expect from Julian Fellowes. The twists and turns are delightful as well as the humor. I loved the good guys and hated the villains which means it was well cast. Would recommend this for all!
2411300
A delightful Trollope tale presented splendidly by Fellowes who has seemingly thoroughly enjoyed presenting it.
This is told in just 3 episodes so is an easy 'binge' indulgence.
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This is such a fun series to read.  The stories continue as the next "jaded" gentleman (and artist) Josiah Hastings meets up with Miss Eleanor Beckett by rescuing her from an apparent kidnapping.  Left destitute by her parents' death, Miss Beckett agrees to be his model for what he believes to be his last painting.  Delightfully, the romance carefully and slowly blooms between the two.  As in the previous books is the ever-present evil that shadows all the jaded gentlemen and has interrupted and threatened each of their lives and prevents Josiah from moving forward with Eleanor.  Again, well-wrought characters, perfect pitch settings and dialogue and the gritty reality of mid-1800's England puts me right into the book and holds me to the end.  Highly recommended for any who fancies historical England and a fine HEA.
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I admit to being a Trollope reader so this put the series into the high regard category almost sight unseen. Also an Anglophile ( brought up to be one) and a lover of costume dramas ( beautiful and stately homes included). In addition, there were great performances in this miniseries.
( It was especially interesting to see Tom Hollander in the title role, having recently seen him inhabit a totally different character in another TV miniseries) While predictable in plot, I still found this delightful. Maybe not for everybody, but I immediately recommended it to my sister in law, who reported that she loved it. And I loved the little visits from Julian Fellowes.
4340928
Another delightful visit with Jesse and his friends. The mysteries always get solved, and they're always interesting. But mostly, it's just so enjoyable spending time with these characters that the plot is almost secondary. Stephen Stanley has created a wonderful, cozy world with good friends, good food, and good times. And he shows that life just gets better with age for Jesse, Tim, and the rest. I'm always sad to reach the end of one of his books.
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I loved the relationship between Dr. Thorne and his niece...both were played by great actors. I thought the characters were well-developed and enjoyed the plot twists and turns. In Anthony Trollope's characters there is always something to like.