I've been a longtime fan of the book series and knew the show wouldn't be able to follow the books after they were made to shorten seasons at S2. That being said, the audacity of the writers to turn Claire into a drug user (and for Balfe to agree it a good move) is nothing short of infuriating. In one episode they've damaged a character so many women have related to. Even if she "recovers" from this stunt, Claire's overall character for the show is tarnished.
The introduction of the Christie family was well done. There could be an argument for the drawn out Ardsmuir flashback, but for those who haven't read the book, it provides the troubled backstory. Alexander Vlahos as Allan was a spot on casting choice. Overall an ok start, but fans expected better from the writers.
The introduction of the Christie family was well done. There could be an argument for the drawn out Ardsmuir flashback, but for those who haven't read the book, it provides the troubled backstory. Alexander Vlahos as Allan was a spot on casting choice. Overall an ok start, but fans expected better from the writers.