Reviews

Having read some of these mysteries beforehand, I was really looking forward to this series. You always expect some changes, but neither of the main characters bear any resemblance to the characters in the books in appearance or character. The tv version used a few things from the books, Frances Barber is good as Pearl's mother. I don't dislike either Kerry Godliman or Howard Charles, I have seen them both in other things and they have been very good, but they are totally wrong for these roles. The series doesn't use enough of the original stories either, which are actually very good. I don't understand why?

Honestly, read the books by Julie Wassmer, they are much better.

I've watched NCIS right from the beginning and still find it very entertaining and watchable. Given some of the dross that I wade through to find something good to watch I wonder at all the people who comment on this board who are desperate for this show to end. What are they watching that's so much better? It is a very good ensemble cast and although that has changed over the years, it's still an interesting mix of people. I did wonder how it would be after the Gibbs character left, as he felt so integral to the show, but I didn't need to worry as Gary Cole is doing a great job. It's a different show to the original, but still going strong in my opinion, I look forward to it every year.

I really really enjoyed this film, it reminded me slightly of The Descendents in that it's about family relationships and how they survive after a huge loss. There are some sad moments, but it's tackled with a light hand and some of the comedy is laugh out loud funny. It is set in the beautiful City of York at Christmas. I know York really well and it was fun spotting different parts of the town. It's not a rom com, it's more of a comedy drama.

I came into this series with quite low expectations, after reading some early reviews, it was the fact that Ben Schnetzer was in it that drew me in. I never give a ten rating usually, but I can't find anything I don't like about this programme. The acting is great, even the minor characters are well cast. I haven't read the book it's based on, so I can't comment on how it translates. However in my opinion, the story is completely absorbing and well written. Special mention for the cinematography, beautiful and so many subtle touches that add to how the ongoing story unfolds. I have recommended this series to all my friends and they have not been disappointed. I can't remember when I have enjoyed a programme as much as this one. PS Ben Schnetzer is brilliant of course and I am not his mother btw!

I can't remember when I have enjoyed watching a series so much. Nothing is laid on a plate for you it's very complex and absorbing to watch. Each story is complete in itself but moves on the main story of the lead detectives Tom Mathias and Mared Rhys. Hopefully as we are to get another series we will find out some more about the others in the team as well. The details of the main characters in the team are gradually revealed to the viewer and I love the way the camera is used to show you things about the characters without any words...show don't tell. So refreshing to see such excellent writing as well. 10 stars well deserved!