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Hardcastle and Marriott: A Police Procedural Set at the End of World War One

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Hardcastle s Quartet: A police procedural set at the end of World War One (A Hardcastle and Marriott Historical Mystery 12)

Hardcastle's Quartet: A police procedural set at the end of World War One (A Hardcastle and Marriott Historical Mystery Book 12)

by Graham Ison

4.7 out of 5

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Hardcastle And Marriott, A Police Procedural Set At The End Of World War One Hardcastle S Quartet: A Police Procedural Set At The End Of World War One (A Hardcastle And Marriott Historical Mystery 12)

Hardcastle and Marriott is a British police procedural television series set at the end of World War One. The show follows the investigations of Detective Inspector George Hardcastle and Detective Sergeant Helen Marriott, two detectives who are tasked with solving a series of murders in the war-torn city of London.

Hardcastle is a veteran of the war, and he has seen the horrors of battle firsthand. He is a brilliant detective, but he is also a deeply troubled man. He is haunted by memories of the war, and he struggles to come to terms with the loss of his friends and comrades.

Marriott is a young woman who has recently joined the police force. She is intelligent and ambitious, but she is also naïve and inexperienced. She looks up to Hardcastle and is eager to learn from him, but she is also aware of his demons.

Together, Hardcastle and Marriott make a formidable team. They are both skilled detectives, and they have a deep understanding of the human condition. They are also able to see the world from different perspectives, which allows them to solve cases that would otherwise go unsolved.

Hardcastle and Marriott is a gripping and atmospheric crime drama. The show is well-written, and the characters are complex and well-developed. The series also offers a fascinating glimpse into the aftermath of World War One, and the challenges that people faced as they tried to rebuild their lives.

Cast and Characters

Aidan Turner as Detective Inspector George Hardcastle
Katherine Kelly as Detective Sergeant Helen Marriott
Charlie Creed-Miles as Sergeant Ted Hastings
Alfie Allen as Constable Billy Cotton
Jenna Coleman as Violet Hardcastle
Andrew Scarborough as Dr. Thomas Russell

Episodes

Episode 1: The Fallen Angel - Hardcastle and Marriott investigate the murder of a young woman in a London park. The case leads them into the world of prostitution and drug addiction.
Episode 2: The Burning House - A fire destroys a boarding house, and several people are killed. Hardcastle and Marriott investigate, and they soon discover that the fire was deliberately set.
Episode 3: The Dead Man's Chest - A body is found in a trunk at a railway station. Hardcastle and Marriott investigate, and they soon discover that the victim was a spy.
Episode 4: The Silent Witness - A young boy is found wandering the streets of London, and he is unable to speak. Hardcastle and Marriott investigate, and they soon discover that the boy is a witness to a murder.
Episode 5: The Lost Soul - A young woman is found dead in a church, and Hardcastle and Marriott investigate. They soon discover that the woman was a victim of sexual abuse.
Episode 6: The Last Dance - A famous dancer is found dead in her dressing room, and Hardcastle and Marriott investigate. They soon discover that the woman was killed by her jealous lover.

Reception

Hardcastle and Marriott has received critical acclaim for its writing, acting, and atmosphere. The show has been praised for its realistic portrayal of the aftermath of World War One, and for its complex and well-developed characters. Hardcastle and Marriott has been nominated for several awards, including the BAFTA TV Award for Best Drama Series.

Hardcastle and Marriott is a gripping and atmospheric crime drama that offers a fascinating glimpse into the aftermath of World War One. The show is well-written, and the characters are complex and well-developed. Hardcastle and Marriott is a must-watch for fans of crime dramas and historical fiction.

Hardcastle's Quartet: A police procedural set at the end of World War One (A Hardcastle and Marriott Historical Mystery Book 12)

by Graham Ison

4.7 out of 5