A great episode. Sadly, Esther contracts smallpox, but survives. Her face is badly pockmarked but her courage doesn't wane. Ada is there for her. Meanwhile, Mr. Guppy tries to create his extortion method but gets to Krook too late. According to the coroner's inquest, he dies of spontaneous combustion. Guppy is beside himself. No one knows if the letters were consumed in the fire. Tulkinghorn becomes aware of Guppy's involvement. Also, young Jo disappears, most likely the doing of Skimpole, the rat who hangs around Bleak House and is tolerated for some reason. Sergeant George is threatened again and must decide whether to cotton to Tulkinghorn's and Smallweed's wishes.
Review of Episode #1.7
