I know it’s getting a bit late to talk about 2022 favourites, but I think it should be fine until the start of March!

Wednesday

What can I say about the very popular TV show except that I thought it was brilliant! It had me hooked from the first episode, though I’m a fan of the 90s films too. I like how there was more comedy in this TV show. I loved the storyline which evolved and kept me guessing. I loved the characters and the whole vibe. What was not to love? There was a character at the end whose status I was rather miffed at, like many shows I get frustrated by the writers unfair handling of some characters; without giving too much away. There are some great memes from this show which provide more entertainment. I’m not sure how they are going to continue the storyline for other seasons but colour me intrigued.

Locke & Key

Last year the third and final season of Locke & Key was released. It is based on a comic series, from what I’ve read online the writers of the TV show didn’t stick to the comic storyline and other details. That is a shame but I love the show plus I haven’t read the comic. I loved the final season and the how they decided to end it. I feel they could have extended the season a bit though, as a lot happened in a fairly short space of time. Or at least it felt as though the show had more to give. It was nice to see the return of some characters.

Shadow & Bone

This one has been on my watchlist for a long time and I was so glad that I decided to watch it when I finally got round to it! Another book adaptation, also haven’t read the book. I thought the concepts were original. I love the female hero. I liked the story buildup and seeing how the characters became connected. There were twists, suspense, and chases, I’m hooked. Season two will be released very soon!

Bridgerton

I was hoping to watch the second season of Bridgerton in the lead up to our wedding and I did in part. I didn’t finish the season until after the honeymoon in the end. Obviously nothing will beat the first season but this was very good too. This season focuses on the eldest Bridgerton courting to be married. We know that he has been against marrying, this has been a source of friction between him and his mother. He sets out to obtain a bride that would benefit him, his family and their social standing. What he finds though is a softer side and a woman he doesn’t expect to love. I didn’t like Anthony in season one but he grows on me in season two as we discover his backstory.

Stranger Things

I know this one will seem like an age ago but the latest volume was released last year! I think our collective hearts were in our hands continuing on with this story. I was kept on the edge of my seat throughout the two volumes that were released. There were some surprising reveals through two backstories. Some things I was able to guess before the reveals as the episodes developed. We just don’t know what will happen next! I know some of the actors have complained that none of The the main characters have died yet but I’m so glad that they haven’t! I’m not sure that my heart could take one of their deaths! Obviously one character’s seemingly death was dramatic enough, I assume the writers didn’t expect their viewers to fall in love with him as much as we did.

The Last Kingdom

I’ve been watching the next two series for a number of years as they both have five and six seasons respectively. The Last Kingdom is based on the books by Cornwell based in the time of Saxon Kings and Viking invaders. A fact I find very interesting is that the author Cornwell grew up in the same village I did of Thundersley. I have loved Uhtred’s story of being removed from his home and family and his quest to take lordship of what is technically his to inherit. I enjoyed the new characters that were introduced plus the development of the characters that we all know and love. There were some surprises this season too! This show provides lots of action with many battles taking place, there is always some form of romance too. Historical fiction is one of my favourite genres of any media type.

Outlander

This last season ended dramatically with a shocking cliffhanger! The story admittedly has become rather dark, although it has always been a dark storyline. Still I thoroughly enjoy following the story of Claire, Jamie and co. It’s certainly eventful!

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For all those who are fans of Outlander, I have been dealing with Draughtlander by rewatching the first TV series on Prime. I have even managed to get my boyfriend to watch a couple of episodes! He loves Scotland and likes history, so this was a TV series I was really hoping he would enjoy as he doesn’t like most films or TV shows that I would pick. I just love the chemistry between Claire and Jamie. This is the second time I have watched the first series, so it is nice watching their relationship develop and bloom from the beginning. I don’t however, like the end of the season. Nor did I particularly like the second series. The third was quite good, but it’s not the first. I am hoping series four and beyond will be just as good as the first.

So 2022 was a great year for TV.

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Signing off,

Amy xx