Updated after watching Seasons 1, 2, and 3.
I was drawn to the show due to Morven Christie and Sharon Small. I enjoyed Christie's acting skills in Grantchester and Small's in Inspector Lynley. Both are great performers, in my opinion. And regarding the acting in this series, I think they are all stellar. However, the plot in Season 1 episode 1 caused caution. Overall, however, after watching Season 3, I enjoyed the entire series. Some episodes were a bit slow, at times. But all three seasons were a nice binge.
At first, whilst watching Season 1, I was bothered due to the obvious lack of honesty. So, I did not think I would endure the first season. But the writing kept me. Some episodes dragged a bit. Yet overall, it was a nice show to binge watch as a means of trying to distract my brain from about due to the challenges of life. So, if you are in the same situation, you might enjoy this version of distraction. However, in all honesty, I think my feelings towards the show would hinge on the season of life I must confront: a good season or a very tough season. This means I would either enjoy the show and take the time to get into the plot, or I would dislike the show and think I have too much to worry about to spend time watching a series this has a plot that mimics a train approaching its wreckage.
Let me add, this might serve as a spoiler. I'll have at it. But don't read after this if you do not want a glimpse at the plot prior to watching the show.
If you are a Prime Suspect fan, Season 1's show's plot might ring familiar. I think the writers or consultants adopted similar music from Mirren's version of the Tennison character, in season 7. With that said, I think the entire plot is almost like a developed extended version of Tennison working outside of her lines due to an error, again, found in season 7 of that Prime Suspect series.
After reading reviews of Season 3 on this site, I was a bit reluctant to watch the series. But after watching a few episodes, I think the negative comments reflect the very theme the season's writers addressed. So, those viewers who were impacted in a negative way probably vented their internal embarrassment, after seeing their actions, externally on a public venture. As the saying goes, hurt people hurt people. Enjoy each season's original plot.
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