The Trouble with Maggie Cole

Words have a powerful impact, as Maggie Cole finds out when she gives a frank and explicit interview on the local radio, where she discusses the locals. Maggie quickly falls out with everyone, and must spend her time building bridges.

It's a bit of a slow burner, but as it develops it really does come to life, the first episode is great, and you're left with no idea the direction it's going to take. Stick with it, as the last few episodes are incredibly rewarding, and very dramatic.

There is a definite Doc Martin vibe running through this, the setting and tone etc, but it is different.

French and Heap are very good throughout, showing they can do drama on the more serious side, the laughs are supplied by Vicki Pepperdine, who is just a joy as Secretary Karen.

If you need to know how harmful gossip can be, just watch this.

Very enjoyable, 8/10.