Bookish

I find very climactic the already well-known British device of presenting the episodes with an initial sequence apparently not related to the main timeline, but whose relevance will later be revealed (see Vera, Endeavour and many etcs.) This is, to me, the 'antipasto' for a most palatable 'crime dinnertime'.

I warn against the not-very-realistic reviews of people who don't even deign themselves to watch a full first episode and, based on a few minutes of hasty viewing, mark poorly a whole season or the show altogether. If you will take the time and trouble to write a review, at least take the time and trouble to see the whole season first. Otherwise, what worth is there in assessing something you haven't actually watched?

For those who have really watched Bookish, the experience seems to have been delightful. And Mark Gatiss plus Polly Walker, what a fantastic cast. A crowd-pleaser of course, but always delivering!

I liked the atmosphere, the bookish thing in itself, the character development and the 'magnetic' traction of the show, which drew myself in from the very beginning. So what else can I do other than recommend it, especially for those lovers of British crime series.

I must admit that I had been looking forward to this debuting from the moment I found out of its existence.

I was not disappointed.

I love the characters. Book and Trottie are a wonderful couple, tender and loving. But at the risk of divulging spoilers, I shall say no more on that.

At the time of writing I have only 'binged' four of the six episodes (why are there not more?!). The supporting cast are equally compelling, hinting at depths not yet explored.

The cinematography, direction, set and costume design are all superb.

The storylines are well thought out, with allusions of other famous whodunnits, but with spins on them that only bring them to light during the denouement.

Gatiss is a superb writer, like all of his works he knows his subject matter and he sprinkles Easter eggs and nods throughout whilst creating something truly original.

I am sad that only six episodes have been made. So far. The series, the characters, the mysteries, deserve many, many more outings. If there is any justice, we will see Book and co. Again.

10/10.

Gatiss really stepping out of his comfort zone here, portraying a gay, waspish and brilliant bookseller cum detective. I was resistant at first, seeing it as Gatiss's attempt to claim the role Cumberbatch got to before him, but I really warmed to it and I'm glad to see a second series has been greenlit.

The supporting cast are very stage school gorblimey, and there are one or two really bum notes like the diminutive Turkish girl who has, to put it kindly, an unusual acting style. Book's beard, cough, wife is a charming and attractive presence and their relationship is well drawn. The cases are unnecessarily convoluted, but who cares. This is slippers, tea and biscuits TV, and God bless it for that.

I just watched the first two episodes and am absolutely hooked. The writing is incredibly clever, and the cast delivers outstanding performances. This show offers a refreshing take on the classic 'whodunit' genre, set against the intriguing backdrop of a post-war world. Typically, I can predict the endings of such shows, but the creative and meticulously crafted storylines have consistently surprised me, keeping me guessing incorrectly. I'm eagerly anticipating the character development and what lies ahead for Jack, Just Jack, and Nora. This series promises to be a thrilling and engaging watch.

Mark Gatiss who played Mycroft Holmes in Sherlock deliveres another excellent performance in the new Detective series Bookish set in post WW2 London. The show starring Mark Gatiss as book shop owner and detective Gabriel Book. The show was excellent and i cant wait for the next episodes. I wont get into the shows plots in any great details as i wont hate to spoil the show for others. However i was really looking forward to the show and to be honest it didn't let me down. The cast of the show were all excellent each added their own excellence to the show. Great show, great cast and every enjoyable and cant wait for the next episodes.