carolyngalea

One of the reasons I watch this show, Julian Fellowes notwithstanding, is how gritty and scandalous it is. I loved DA, I was there from the beginning to the end and all the films too, but this is a new level. It's left me clapping my hands in delight throughout the episodes, but S3e7 had my hand clapped over my mouth instead.

Roll on the finale and full steam ahead to season 4! What a triumph!

I do understand why everyone seems so put off by the new Jenny (let's face it, yes the wig is awful but the poor woman had big shoes to fill) and plot holes galore (Claire getting a letter from Lord John where the poor wounded nephew has probably been dead for weeks) but...! Come on, it's finally back! If you've read the book, you know there's loads to come. It's actually one of the best books in the series. For those who have just enjoyed it without reading, you've got so much to look forward to. I'm not going to spoil it, but it'll be worth it - I promise.

I had a few tears during the touching scenes with Ian Snr and Young Ian. They're both superb actors. In fact, I think Young Ian stole the episode. Bless him.

As always Roger Mac is charisma personified. Not that I'm biased because he's very easy on the eye but he acts with his eyes and his solo journey through the stones was poignant. Can't wait for more of that.

Well, I'm looking forward to the rest of this season and season 8 anyway.