When the episode begins, Sidney Chambers (James Norton) is introduced to several women, by the way of Geordie Keating (Robson Green). Most of the girls are loud and obnoxious. The last one is perfect, but Sidney blows off her second date proposal. Afterwards, Sidney pays a visit to Gary Bell (Sam Frenchum) at the jail. Gary is surprised to see the vicar and admits he thought everyone hated him. Sidney reassures him that he is wrong. Next, Sidney and Leonard (Al Weaver) help Phyllis Bell (Helen Clyro) obtain her groceries. Phyllis thanks the vicar for his support, while the rest of the townsfolk give the group dirty glances.

Back at home, Sidney sends hime with Amanda (Morven Christie), before their conversation is interrupted by Mrs. Maguire (Tessa Peake-Jones). Maguire informs Sidney that Geordie is on the phone. Moments later, Sidney meets up with Geordie and runs upon a crime scene. The pair inspect the body of Valentine Lyall, who has fallen or jumped from Cambridge University. Sidney admits he doesn’t know the fellow, but he does take notice of a strange woman in the audience. As Geordie reveals that Valentine never screamed on the way down, Sidney sees a few men staring out of nearby windows. Moments later, Valentine’s wife, Mya (Lourdes Faberes) arrives.

Mya is frantic. Geordie calms her down with a hard slap across the face. Moments later, the group heads back to Mya’s home and speaks about Val. Val’s good friend, Kit Bartlett (Matthew Tennyson) explains about Val’s last night and his love for climbing. He admits Val always climbed the Cambridge building, in order to acquire a good view. When questioned, Mya admits Val loved Kit and treated him like a part of the family. Also, Mya insists he husband wouldn’t have committed suicide. Sidney and Geordie are given permission to search through Val’s belongings. During their search, Geordie is asked about his time in Burma, but he refuses to comment.

During their search, bloody rags are found in Val’s coat pocket. Kit enters and insists the blood is associated with climbing. Afterwards, the duo heads to the University and speaks with Giles Montgomery (Nigel Planer). Giles insists Val wasn’t the suicide type. Giles ridicules Sidney throughout the chat. After they leave, Geordie asks about the conflict, before they attempt to recreate the fall. They discover that Valentine must’ve jumped or have been pushed from the turret. Despite Geordie’s desires, Phil Wikinson (Lorne MacFadyen) refuses to climb up the turret. While on the rooftop, Sidney sees a young man across the way watching them. Moments later, Geordie and Sidney are questioning the young man.

After a brief back and forth, the man, Lankester (David Moorst), admits he saw two men climb the tower and one man pushed the other one off. Next, Sidney and Geordie pay a visit to Professional Raban (Tim McMullan) and Rory Crompton (Josh Bolt). Raban gives an alibi and insists he was with Kit at the time of the death. The pair leaves and speaks with Frank Archer (Nicky Henson). Frank admits Valentine was popular and had no enemies. Sidney and Geordie search Val’s room once more. In the fireplace, Sidney discover a partial burned note, which seems to be a clue of sorts. On their way out of the building, the men run into the strange woman, who was outside of the crime scene.

They split up and attempt to track her down. Sidney runs into Amanda and becomes distracted. Geordie manages to confront the woman, but is stopped in his tracks when she pulls out a gun. She rushes off and he has flashbacks about being shot in the previous season. Afterwards, everyone meets back up in Geordie’s office. Geordie admits he has been trying to find a date for Sidney, before Margaret Ward (Seline Hizli) interrupts and invites Sidney out. Despite some concerns, Sidney agrees. Giles shows up and asks to speak with Geordie in private.

During the conversation, Giles reveals that Valentine was a spy. He also attempts to convince Geordie to stop investigation and to keep Sidney out of it for his own safety. During this time, Sidney observes a couple of books, which correlate with the clue found in the fireplace. Once Geordie returns to Sidney, the pair checks out Sidney’s assumption at the library. They discover documents, which pertain to the Professor and Crompton being spies. Geordie attempts to keep Sidney quiet about the discovery. When they return to Geordie’s office, they’re greeted by none other than the Professor and Crompton. Crompton admits he was on the roof with Val and knows how he died. Sidney attempts to interrogate the men, but Geordie stops him and escorts him outside.

Geordie insists they need to keep things close to their chests, if the men are indeed Russian spies. Still, Sidney is adamant that the men are lying, due to their flawed climbing theory. Afterwards, Sidney gives a sermon about doubt and faith. Outside of the church, Harding (Neil Morrissey) is rude to Phyllis Bell and attempts to convince her to find another church. Sidney sticks up for her and refuses to let it happen. Later that day, Sidney prepares for his dinner date, while Mrs. Maguire ridicules him for not wearing a tie. Before he can leave, Mya and Kit arrive. Mya hands over information, which reveals Val wanted to be cremated. Sidney also fills in the pair regarding the investigation.

That night, Sidney attends his date with Margaret. The pair discuss Geordie and his current state of mind. Margaret insists Sidney should speak with him and question, if he is fine. She sends him away and tells him to go check on the inspector. Sidney does and he speaks to Geordie about the murder case. After a brief conversation, Geordie chugs his alcohol and the pair find themselves on the rooftop. Geordie is adamant about climbing the turret and he does with assistance from Sidney. At the top, they discover cigarettes, which confirm the presence of Kit Bartlett. In the morning, they visit the University and attempt to chat with Kit. Before they can speak with him, Geordie attempts to send Sidney home. He insists he’ll take care of the investigation on his own.

Geordie finally admits that the woman earlier had a gun and confirms that is the reason he lost her. However, he admits getting shot is a part of his job and not Sidney’s. Again, he attempts to send Sidney away. Sidney returns home and chats with Amanda about his dinner with Margaret. Sidney speaks about Valentine’s will and naming Bartlett as his executor. Sidney makes an offhand comment that Bartlett killing Valentine would be like him killing Geordie. Amanda forces him to conjure up reasons to kill Geordie and he admits he wouldn’t, unless Geordie asked him to do so. That sends Sidney on the hunt for Geordie. He rushes to the police stations and looks at the coroner’s report for Valentine. He also learns about Geordie’s call for backup from Phil.

Sidney rushes over to the Rivercam Boat Club to find Geordie. Geordie attempts to arrest Kit, but is stopped by the mysterious woman (Lisa Diveney). She pulls a gun, but Sidney arrives and manages to whisk him away in the nick of time. Giles arrives, as Sidney begins to explain that Valentine was in on the murder and asked Kit to kill him. He reveals that Val had lung cancer and the secret service used his illness to slide Bartlett into the good graces of the Russians. Sidney admits Lyall left behind all of the clues and Giles agrees that Sidney is correct. Although Giles sees Lyall as a hero, Sidney insists he is nothing more than a man, who lied to his wife.

The mysterious woman arrives and is revealed to an Agent. Minutes later, they watch from afar as Bartlett meets up with the Russians. At the bar, Sidney explains to Geordie that Giles was angry with him, because he dated his daughter for awhile. They head to Mya’s house and tell her that her husband died a hero. Sidney gives another sermon, before visiting Margaret with flowers. He offers to make amends for the previous date and she agrees. At the end of the episode, Sidney and Amanda share dessert. Guy Hopkins (Tom Austen) arrives and picks up Amanda. Before he can leave, he attacks Sidney and tells him to stay away from Amanda.

Grantchester Review

Another excellent episode of Grantchester. The episode tested the friendship of Sidney and Geordie. Ultimately, it showed that the bond between the two men was stronger than either originally thought. It also closely resembled the relationship of Valentine and Kit. The episode was somewhat of a spy thriller and remained mysterious throughout. Finally, the return of Guy Hopkins brought a bit of conflict, which will likely continue into subsequent episodes.

All in all, a great episode, which deserves a n 8 out of 10. Be sure to catch up with previous recaps of Grantchester right now!

When the 3rd episode begins, Sidney Chambers (James Norton) hangs out with some kids at the church, before he receives a visit from Margaret (Seline Hizli). Mrs. Maguire (Tessa Peake-Jones) grows disgusted, when she sees Margaret give Sidney a kiss. Andrew interrupts the pair’s conversation and forces Sidney to wash his hands. After Andrew rushes away, Maguire ridicules Sidney for his behavior. He chats with Maguire about his relationship, while Leonard Finch (Al Weaver) attempts to announce that he is heading to the library later. Unfortunately, Leonard is practically ignored. Moments later, Sidney discovers a young man crying in his church. Sidney confronts the man and offers assistance. He discovers that the boy’s hands are covered in blood.

The man, Theo Graham (Jeremy Neumark Jones) is taken to the station, where he is interrogated by Sidney and Geordie (Robson Green). Theo admits he went to a gambling den, stabbed and potentially killed Eric Whitaker (Michael Shaeffer). Geordie and Sidney head to the den and quickly meet with Eric. Surprisingly, he is perfectly fine and denies everything. While there, Sidney learns about the tumultuous relationship between Eric and his wife, Vivian (Liz White). They’re also introduced to Eric’s daughter, Joan (Rosie Day). Since Eric won’t provide them with any evidence, they’re forced to return and set Theo free.

Meanwhile, Leonard meets up with Daniel Marlowe (Olive Dimsdale) and the pair head to the movie theater together. Back at the station, Theo is set free. Sidney bums money from Geordie, so he can pay for Theo a room away from Eric. Leonard and Daniel emerge from the theater, while Amanda Hopkins (Morven Christie) strolls down the street and checks out the local shops. When Leonard spots Amanda, he rushes off, while telling Daniel he has to go. Back at the station, Margaret attempts to invite Sidney out. He eventually caves in and agrees. He is immediately mocked by Geordie and Phil (Lorne MacFadyen) for his budding relationship.

The trio heads outside and Sidney continues receiving abuse, before Eric arrives and attempts to speak with Geordie. A car comes flying by and runs Eric down. Eric is quickly rushed to the hospital and a cut is discovered across his chest. Phil is tasked with tracking down Theo, while Geordie and Sidney break the news to Vivian. Sidney agrees to help Vivian explain the news to Joan and Vivian admits she doesn’t remember anyone being so kind to her. Geordie and Sidney transport the widow home and discover Theo with Joan. A chase ensues and Theo makes his escape, after slashing Sidney across the shoulder with a razor.

Sidney returns to Vivian and catches her attempting to console Joan. After Joan departs, Vivian patches up Sidney’s arm. While in the bedroom, Sidney spots a religious plague on the wall. On his way out, Sidney is stopped by Joan, who admits she didn’t always love her dad. Sidney sympathizes with her situation and insists people aren’t always easy to love. With that, Sidney returns to Geordie and contemplates, if Theo was really in it on his own. Geordie tells Sidney he needs to stay away from Vivian, since she’ll get him in trouble with Margaret.

Phil interrupts and tells Geordie that his assistance is needed for a shoplifting case. Geordie visits the shoplifter, who turns out to be Amanda. Geordie agrees to maintain her secret from her husband, as well as Sidney. He agrees to take her home, but she admits she doesn’t want to go there just yet. Meanwhile, Phil and Sidney check out the vehicle. They discover evidence linking Theo to an orphanage. They head to the closed facility and discover Theo, who contemplates cutting his own wrist. Sidney talks him out of it and manages to get Theo to turn himself in. That night, Sidney prepared to go out with Margaret, while Maguire hounds him over the decision.

Leonard enters, as Maguire leaves. He tells Sidney that Maguire is afraid he’ll leave him, once he gets married. Leonard also attempts to tell Sidney about his day, but doesn’t take it that far. Sidney rushes off, after seeing a Bible verse, which Theo said and was nearly identical to the one in Vivian’s bedroom. He calls Phil and attempts to provide him with the information, but Phil hangs up and rushes off to go drinking with his colleagues. Sidney heads to Vivian’s house alone and tells her he has agreed to collect Theo’s belongings. While in Theo’s room, he discovers a provocative photo of Vivian. He next searches Vivian’s room and discovers a bank savings book and a gun. Soon, Vivian interrupts.

Vivian attempts to flirt with and seduce Sidney, despite him consistently accusing her of murdering her husband. During this time, Geordie brings Amanda home and tells his wife that she will be staying the night. Cathy (Kacey Ainsworth) admits it is fine. Also, Margaret and Maguire await for Sidney to arrive. They argue back and forth, before Margaret gets the better of her. Sidney and Vivian continue chatting, until the tables turn and Sidney begins answering questions about his true love. He admits her name is Amanda. At the same time, Geordie attempts to uncover Amanda’s motive for breaking the law. She alludes to the fact that she is still interested in Sidney. Sidney insists Vivian took Eric’s money and had him killed for Joan’s sake. Still, she admits nothing.

Sidney eventually grabs the evidence and attempts to call Geordie. He gets through, before he is attacked from behind by Vivian’s live-in lover, Raymond Clark (John Voce). Geordie quickly goes into action and attempts to track down Sidney, while Sidney wakes up on the floor of Vivian’s house. Vivian, Raymond and Joan are preparing to escape, when Geordie arrives outside. Sidney manages to talk Raymond out of killing him, by insists Vivian used him for Joan’s good. After a confrontation, Sidney manages to get the door open and Joan escapes. As Vivian makes her way down the stairs, Raymond emerges with the gun and shoots her. He is subdued moments later, but Vivian collapses outside. Later, Daniel meets with Leonard once more. Margaret confronts Sidney outside of the church.

When asked if he doesn’t like it, Sidney makes his answer clear by giving her a big kiss. Amanda arrives in the nick of time to catch them. Her big smile quickly disappears and she rushes off in the other direction.

Grantchester Review

The third episode of Grantchester was likely the best of the season. It was fast and furious, with a little bit of comedy and romance thrown in between. Sidney has potentially finally gotten over Amanda, but will she be able to let him go and learn to live with her decision to marry? Plus, Leonard’s relationship with Daniel is beginning to bloom, but what will happen when others learn the truth? All in all, an excellent episode, which deserves an 8.5 out of 10. Be sure to catch up with our other recaps of Grantchester right now.

When the episode begins, Sidney (James Norton) pays a visit to Gary (Sam Frenchum). He attempts to comfort the prisoner, by telling him Jesus was a prisoner as well. Gary speaks about his nightmares of being hung, before Sidney insists he just needs to tell the truth and the jury will believe him. Next, Sidney visits Inspector Geordie (Robson Green) at his home. During their conversation, Sidney confirms he will be testifying on Gary’s behalf. Geordie doesn’t like the ideal and insists it could result in turmoil, if the jury lets Gary escape justice. In the cemetery, Sidney meets with Reggie Lawson (Paul Nicholls), who is morning his wife. Reggie reveals that his wife’s ghost is haunting him and urges Sidney to perform an exorcism on his home.

Despite his disbelief, Sidney agrees to visit the Lawson home. They immediately head there. Sidney is introduced to the brother of Reggie’s deceased wife, Laszlo Herzl (Elliot Levey), who happens to be Jewish. He also meets Reggie’s brand new wife, Kitty (Eliza Bennet). Sidney performs a prayer for the family, before a painting comes flying off of the wall. Although Sidney and Kitty refuse to believe that Anna’s ghost is haunting the house, the others stick by their theory. Reggie and Sidney head outside, where they run into Reggie’s horse, Devil’s Banquet. He confirms that the horse will be running in the upcoming race and he encourages Sidney to bet the church’s funds on the stud.

The pair then heads into the stables. Reggie reveals that his wife hung herself inside and did so, while facing the horses. Before Sidney can leave, he is given an umbrella and thanked for his services. Reggie admits he feels calm. That night, Sidney shares dinner with Margaret, Leonard and Maguire. The group chats about ghosts, before Sidney invites Margaret (Seline Hizli) to his sister’s upcoming party to celebrate her new job. She agrees. Sidney is interrupted by a visit from Harding Redmond (Neil Morrissey), who attempts to talk him out of testifying for Gary. Once Harding rushes off, Mrs. Maguire (Tessa Peake-Jones) encourages Sidney to follow his advice, while insisting the Redmond family has been through enough already.

Geordie calls Sidney and informs him they’ve discovered a dead body. Once Sidney arrives at the crime scene, he finds Reggie hanging in the stables in a similar manner to his wife. However, Sidney is concerned with the positioning of the body, since Reggie was facing away from the horses and it appears someone kicked the stool in the other direction. That night, Sidney has a nightmare, in which he sees Gary hanging by his neck. The next day, he heads to the Lawson house and discovers a scratch mark underneath the painting, which previous flung off the wall. He also speaks with Kitty, who insists it was the assistant and Laszlo, who kept Anna’s spirit alive in the house. Outside, Sidney speaks with Laszlo and discovers that he has a limp.

Laszlo speaks about his heritage and his time in Auschwitz, which caused his disability. Laszlo admits Reggie never did anything he didn’t want to do and it drove Kitty mad. He also admits can now have things her way. He confirms she received the family’s share. After Sidney returns home, he chats with Leonard (Al Weaver). Leonard admits he did something wicked and never felt more alive. He reveals he bet big on Devil’s Banquet and won enormously. Sidney rushes out, while telling Leonard to head to dinner with the money. Sidney heads to the courthouse and speaks with Geordie, who is preparing to testify against Gary. Sidney insists Reggie knew the horse was going to win, so he wouldn’t have committed suicide. They also chat about the other horse, Sospiro, supposedly breaking its leg on the door, yet no marks were visible on said door.

The conversation is interrupted, when Geordie is forced to testify. Geordie is very harsh to Gary and insists he believes Gary to be the father and that he killed her to abort the pregnancy. Outside of the courtroom, Sidney learns about Geordie’s testimony from Gary’s mom, Phyllis (Helen Clyro). Sidney confronts Geordie and tells him that the baby isn’t Gary’s. He still fully believes the other vicar, Sam, was the father. The pair argue, before head off together to speak with the master of the stables, Mr. Greaves (Ian Conningham). During their conversation with Mr. Greaves, it is revealed that Reggie was responsible for breaking the horse’s left. When asked why he would do it, Mr. Greaves tells them to speak with the Jew. They do and Laszlo admits he was responsible for the horse’s insurance and that Sospiro was near the end of his career.

He admits they discovered that Sospiro wasn’t quite the stud they had hoped for and Reggie killed off the horse. After they depart, Geordie confirms they only have a case of insurance fraud against a man, who is now dead. Afterwards, Margaret and Sidney head to Jennifer Chambers’ (Fiona Button) party. While there, they congratulate Jennifer, before running into Amanda (Morven Christie) and Guy (Tom Austen). Sidney continues contemplating the potential suicide, while discussing the case with his sister. Margaret begins to wonder, if Anna really killed herself. During the conversation, Sidney observes Guy arguing with Amanda. He speaks with Amanda outside afterwards. The pair chats about Amanda’s married life and Margaret. Amanda admits being married isn’t all its cracked up to be.

Guy and Margaret interrupt. Amanda is forced to rush away, before Margaret runs off and leaves Sidney alone. Sidney meets Geordie at the bar and scours over the coroner’s report. He discovers that Anna was full of sleeping pills at the time of her suicide. Geordie admits it was nothing strange, since she attempted to commit suicide several times before. Geordie discovers something in the report and rushes over to the stable with Sidney. They measure the size of the noose and discover that it wouldn’t have worked for Anna. With that, they’re forced to begin looking for Anna’s murderer. They initially turn their attention to Kitty, before contemplating the housekeeper. Geordie tells Sidney that he much absolutely love the murder and justice. Sidney denies the allegations, but Geordie is adamant that people such as the Redmonds need justice.

Next, Sidney testifies for Gary. He insists the baby was indeed Sam’s. He also makes the claim that Geordie needs Gary to hang for the crime. The testimony comes to a conclusion and puts Geordie and Sidney’s relationship in an awkward situation. Sidney returns home to discover Margaret awaiting his arrival. She attempts to take his mind off the trial, but he stops here and only makes matters worse. She tells Sidney that she is no fool and that Amanda isn’t right for him. She also finally tells Sidney about Amanda’s shoplifting. Sidney listens to jazz, before visiting Anna’s tombstone. During this time, Geordie and Margaret share a few drinks at the bar.

Next, Phyllis is wheeled into the courtroom by Sidney and Leonard to await the jury’s decision. Moments later, the jury files into the courtroom and passes down a guilty verdict. The Judge (Tom Knight) condemns Gary to death for his crime. After leaving the courthouse, Sidney pays a visit to Amanda and admits he’s burnt all of his bridges, by testifying for Gary. He also admits he knows Amanda isn’t happy with Guy, after asking about her shoplifting case. She questions why Sidney never asked her to marry him and he admits he thought she could go better. This only worsens the problem and Amanda sends him out, while accusing him of making her decisions for her. Afterwards, Sidney pays a visit to Gary and complains about the outcome. Gary admits he needs to accept the decision as fair, while thanking Sidney for his support.

Sidney returns home and chats with Leonard and Mrs. Maguire. During their conversation, he has a breakthrough and pinpoints the murder on Laszlo. He grabs the umbrella and pays the man a visit. He discovers that Laszlo has been lying all along. He also learns that Laszlo killed Reggie, because he blamed him for killing his sister. Laszlo admits to the crime and insists he is already dead anyway. Afterwards, Sidney returns to the Lawson house and speaks with Geordie. This time, he doesn’t provide Geordie with any assistance and insists Geordie should do his job and he’ll do his. At the end of the episode, Leonard tells Sidney he has booked them for dinner. Sidney agrees to keep Leonard’s new earnings secret from Mrs. Maguire.

Grantchester Review

The 4th episode of Grantchester was fantastic. The episode finally delivered a verdict for Gary and brought about conflict between Geordie and Sidney. In fact, Sidney has been thrown into a difficult situation, with Margaret, Amanda and Geordie against him. Will Geordie and Sidney be able to rekindle their relationship in the finale? Will Sidney be able to save Gary from an untimely fate? All in all, a great episode, which deserves an 8.5 out of 10. Be sure to catch up with previous recaps of Grantchester right now!

When the 5th episode begins, Sidney (James Norton) meets Amanda (Morven Christie) in a cafe. While there, he learns that they’ve been able to collect a large number of signatures in support of Gary Bell (Sam Frenchum). Initially after, he heads to the prison and surprises Gary with sports cards. Meanwhile, Geordie (Robson Green) heads to the hospital to check in on an old friend, Rita Jones (Tanya Franks). We find out that Rita has been attacked by her husband, Eddie (Matthew Jure) once again. Despite Geordie’s pleas, Rita refuses to press charges on her husband. Meanwhile, Sidney and Gary chat about the upcoming execution and Gary’s changes of winning a reprieve. They also discover a Stanley Matthews sports card, which puts them closer to finishing Gary’s collection.

Meanwhile, Leonard Finch (Al Weaver) spends time with his new friend, Daniel Marlowe (Oliver Dimsdale). Leonard explains that the prison officials have taken Gary’s belt, in order to prevent a potential suicide. Daniel admits he is lucky Gary was charged and that the event is truly a tragedy. He attempts to kiss Leonard, who backs away quickly. Daniel also invites Leonard to Brighton for the weekend, but Leonard refuses and Daniel rushes off hastily. Next, Phil Wilkinson (Lorne MacFadyen) and Geordie pay a visit to the Jones household. While there, they discover stolen jewelry and arrest Eddie in relation to the crime. Eddie consistently shouts that he cannot breathe, while also denying the crime. He attacks the pair and manages to make a run for it, but is caught moments later grasping his knees and struggle for air.

Eddie is thrown into the back of the police transport vehicle with Dicky Evans (Steve Toussiant), who quickly begins to belittle him and Geordie. Meanwhile, Leonard goes through his possessions. Sidney and Mrs. Maguire (Tessa Peake-Jones) chat with Phyllis (Helen Clyro), who has renewed hope that her son will be spared execution. She insists she hopes the Daily Mail takes on the story, but Sidney admits they shouldn’t get their hopes up. Phyllis encourages Sidney to maintain his faith, before Sidney heads outside and finds a noose hanging near the door. Nobody accepts the blame, but Mrs. Maguire lashes out at all of the townsfolk anyway. Jack Chapman (Nick Brimble) tells Maguire that he likes her when she is angry.

On the way to the police station, Eddie and Geordie argue back and forth. Eddie ridicules Geordie over his recent shooting and also accuses Geordie of sleeping with his wife and planting the jewelry. Sidney pays a visit to Harding Redmond (Neil Morrissey) and confronts him about the noose. He also visits Agatha (Claudie Blakley) and gives her a letter from Gary. Sidney attempts to convince her that she can forgive Gary and that she isn’t the only one, who has lost a child. Next, Sidney heads to the pub and has a funny conversation with Geordie about their relationships with God. When asked, Geordie refuses to chat about work. Moments later, Margaret Ward (Seline Hizli) enters and tells Geordie that Eddie is causing a ruckus at the station. This forces him to leave Sidney alone. Sidney and Margaret share an awkward greeting, before she departs as well.

Later, Geordie pays a visit to Eddie at the jail. Dicky Evans watches as Geordie enters Eddie’s cell. In the morning, Mrs. Maguire gets a visit from Jack. He brings her flowers and attempts to convince her to go out with him. Unfortunately, his offer is refused. When Jack leaves, Leonard encourages Mrs. Maguire to give him a chance. His encouragement falls on deaf ears and winds up causing an argument. Cathy Keating (Kacey Ainsworth) arrives and tells Sidney that Geordie didn’t make it home last night. This sends Geordie to the police station. While there, he finds Geordie. Eddie is found dead on the floor. Geordie immediately receives the blame and is told to take leave for a period of time, until the investigation can be carried out. Geordie and Sidney head to the bar. There, Geordie complains and shows off his busted up knuckles accidentally.

Sidney asks Geordie why he didn’t go home last night and he admits he just went walking around. Sidney insists he believes Geordie, but Geordie doesn’t believe it. Sidney transports Geordie home. While there, Cathy tells Sidney that Geordie has another woman. Sidney denies the accusation and attempts to comfort Cathy. Sidney scours through Geordie’s log book, before confronting Margaret about her relationship with Geordie. She admits they kissed one another, but mainly did so, because they were angry with him. She also tells Sidney where to find Dicky. Moments later, Sidney speaks with Dicky in a shady club. He learns about Geordie going into Eddie’s cell and shutting him up. Back at home, Leonard and Mrs. Maguire argue a bit more. It is also revealed that Maguire threw away Leonard’s box of personal belongings.

The conversation worsens, when Leonard tells Mrs. Maguire that Ronnie isn’t likely going to return anytime soon. After a glass is slammed to the floor and the cleanup begins, Sidney discovers something fishy in Geordie’s notebook. He rushes over to Geordie’s place and asks him about collect the stolen items a few months, before they were discovered at Eddie’s. Geordie admits the items were previously recovered, but he denies framing Eddie. All of the same items were recovered at Eddie’s, aside from a butterfly pin. Geordie ridicules Sidney for not standing by him, although he did, when Sidney was accused of sleeping with the Redmond girl. Next, Sidney has a chat with Phil and attempts to learn more about the stolen jewelry.

Phil admits Geordie would’ve been able to access the items easily, without anyone noticing. Again, Sidney is ridiculed for failing to stand by his friend. Sidney then pays a visit to Eddie’s home. He discovers a weird mixture at the bottom of Eddie’s bed and also speaks with Eddie’s son. Rita arrives and reveals she is heading out to try and acquire a job at the bakery. Sidney glances at her and sees the butterfly pin on her coat. When she leaves, Sidney pursues her. Once she arrives at the bakery, she meets up with Phil and the pair share a kiss. Later, Sidney confronts Phil at the station and extorts him, in order to acquire the case files for Eddie’s case. Sidney takes the information to Geordie and both admit Phil must’ve setup Eddie.

They scour over crime scene photos and discover that Eddie had four abrasions on his head. Geordie links the marks to bolts holding the floor to the ground. Sidney reveals that there was an eyewitness. Moments later, the pair meets up with Margaret and confront her about her testimony. She insists she was only telling the truth and that she saw Geordie leaving the cells with a bloody hand. Seconds later, something clicks and Sidney insists the whole scenario is impossible. With that, Sidney and Geordie head back to the Jones house, where they check out the bedroom and the chemical on the floor. They also discover blood on Eddie’s pillow. They put two and two together to conclude that Eddie was poisoned and likely had a seizure. Once they return to the kitchen, Eddie’s son pulls out rat poison and puts it on the ground. He admits it takes awhile for the poison to kill the rats, but it is almost always effective.

Sidney and Geordie quickly come to the conclusion that Rita is the murderer. Sidney takes Phyllis to see Gary, before his execution. Gary attempts to comfort his mother and convince her that it’ll be over, before he knows it. Moments later, she is escorted out of the room. During this time, Geordie speaks with Rita and tells her that he could’ve helped her. She is only interested in finding a good place for her children to stay. Back at home, Leonard finally apologizes to Mrs. Maguire and once again tries to convince her to hang out with Jack. When he returns to his room, he discovers his belongings setting on his bed. He also finds a postcard from Daniel. Mrs. Maguire leaves and meet up with Jack at the park.

Back at the prison, Gary tells Sidney that he isn’t going to heaven. Sidney attempts to convince him otherwise. Agatha Redmond reads Gary’s letting, during this time. Sidney continues trying to comfort Gary, while Agatha heads to the church and comforts Phyllis. Sidney and Gary begin to pray together, before the guards enter and whisked Gary away. Sidney watches and continues to pray, as Gary is executed. A stunned Sidney exits the church and is confronted by Amanda. The pair go for a stroll together and contemplate the execution. Sidney finally loses it and tells Amanda that she needs to stop leading him on. Later that day, Geordie meets up with Sidney at the church. They share a chat, before it turns hostile and Geordie comments on the soldier that Sidney killed. The pair wind up fighting and Geordie is left on the ground pleading with Sidney to stop.

Grantchester Review

The 5th episode of Grantchester’s second season was undoubtedly the best yet. The episode was truly dramatic and ultimately very depressing. The episode worked to pull Sidney further away from his friends, especially Geordie. Gary finally met his fate and the outcome will most likely have a major impact on Sidney and the rest of the townsfolk. At the same time, the case revolving around Eddie’s death put Geordie in a similar situation as Sidney with Gary. Still, Geordie showed no sympathy or remorse for the executed man.

All in all, a great episode. A 9 out of 10 is deserved. Catch up with previous Grantchester recaps right now!

When the Grantchester series 2 finale begins, we jump back to 1948 and witness Sidney Chambers (James Norton) and Sam Milburn (Andrew Knott) getting dressed in their vicar garb for the first time. We learn a little about the relationship between the two men, before we jump into the present, 1954. Geordie Keating (Robson Green) and Mrs. Maguire (Tessa Peake-Jones) chat about Sidney’s current behavior and his loss of faith. After this, we jump to the bar and see Sidney getting drunk. He speaks with Harding Redmond (Neil Morrissey) for a brief period, before harassing the barkeeper and heading home. While Sidney awakes with a hangover, Mrs. Maguire pays a visit to Amanda Hopkins (Morven Christie). Maguire attempts to encourage Amanda to visit Sidney and help him overcome his troubles.

Guy (Tom Austen) rudely interrupts and shows off his angry side once more. Next, Sidney and Leonard Finch (Al Weaver) have breakfast with the Archdeacon (Geoff McGivern). Sidney lets Dickens out of the house and spots someone standing near Abigail’s tombstone. When he approaches, he discovers it is his old colleague, Sam. Sam leaves behind a gift and attempts to convince Sidney to forgive him. During this time, the Archdeacon speaks with Leonard about Sidney’s condition. The Archdeacon contemplates cutting out the dead wood and replacing it with Leonard. Leonard doesn’t seem interested, but the Archdeacon encourages him to think about it. Sidney ridicules Sam and attempts to learn about his whereabouts, while Gary was hanged. Before Mrs. Maguire leaves the Hopkins home, she tells Amanda she took the vow once and the better days never arrived.

She also admits that how it starts is usually exactly how it ends. Back at home, Sam and Sidney continue to argue, before Harding enters and chases Sam away. This forces Sidney to head to the police station and report the incident to Geordie. The conversation is awkward, but nobody throws a bunch this time around. Afterwards, Sidney returns home, gets drunk and fiddles around with Gary’s sports cards. He falls asleep and has a nightmare of the execution, only to awake when someone calls his name for help. Sidney heads to the cemetery and discovers blood on Abigail’s tombstone. Phil and Geordie are brought in the investigate. Moments later, Geordie discovers Sam’s coat. They discover car keys in the pocket and a car seconds later. The police begins searching around for Sam’s body, while Geordie and Sidney head off together. Meanwhile, Leonard and Daniel take a stroll and chat about the Archdeacon’s proposal. Daniel tells Leonard he is braver than he knows and should stand up to the Archdeacon.

Again, Daniel attempts to kiss Leonard, but is quickly turned away. Geordie and Sidney pay a visit to Harding and Agatha (Claudie Blakley). They quickly deny the crime, while moving around a bundle of hay. Agatha remains adamant that the pair were in bed together throughout the night. After they exit, Sidney apologizes to Geordie for their recent squabbles. They receive a call on the radio and learn that the vehicle has been traced back to Esther Bradley (Olivia Darnley). They immediately pay her a visit and learn that Sam has been living with Esther and her young daughter, Gilly (Nell Williams). It is also revealed that the Archdeacon was responsible for his placement. Sidney and Geordie grow concerned, when they learn Sam has grown close to Gilly. They scour through her room, but are unable to find anything of interest.

With the new information, Geordie and Sidney conclude that Sam is most likely still alive. They return to the station and update the rest of the force. Sidney flips through Abigail’s diary and confirms Sam is going through the same routine with Gilly that he did with Abigail. They track Gilly down to Sam’s favorite motel moments later. Sam is nowhere to be found, but Gilly is safe and taken back to the station. Geordie and Sidney have very little luck speaking to Gilly, so Margaret Ward (Seline Hizli) agrees to help. With her assistance, Gilly begins to open up and alludes to the fact that she was messing around with Sam. She also admits Sam left here and never showed back up. Afterwards, Margaret ridicules Sidney and admits his relationship with Geordie is like that of an old couple.

Sidney recalls his encounter with Harding at the bar and immediately comes to the conclusion that he must’ve been involved with Sam’s disappearance. They head to Harding’s home and finds Abigail’s bed a mess. They also remove the haystacks and discover blood underneath. Next, they speak to Harding and Agatha. Geordie arrests both, despite some concerns from Sidney. Meanwhile, Amanda shares a snack with Guy. She attempts to rekindle her relationship with her husband, but he remains unaffectionate. Afterwards, Sidney and Geordie interrogate Agatha. She provides them with an alibi and insists she was with Phyllis Bell (Helen Clyro), at the time of Sam’s disappearance. Once they pay a visit to Phyllis, they confirm her story and release her from custody.

They speak to Harding next and he admits he stabbed Sam and dumped the body in the woods. Sidney returns home and chats with Leonard about the Archdeacon and his decision to put Sam with a 14 year old girl. Leonard also comforts Sidney and admits he just needs to keep going. Sidney returns to the bar and asks the barkeeper about Harding’s words. She reveals he mentioned something about Abigail’s birthday. Meanwhile, Geordie and the police attempt to find the body with Harding’s guidance. Sidney returns to the tombstone and discovers a plant has been dug up. He returns to Phyllis and digs up the rose, which was given to her by Agatha. Inside, he discovers the murder weapon. A flashback shows Agatha stabbed Sam.

Geordie learns that Harding is simply stalling and rushes off quickly. Sidney manages to track down Sam inside of an abandoned building. Sam is still bleeding and he immediately pleads for Sidney’s assistance and his forgiveness. Sidney contemplates leaving Sam behind, before he eventually offers help. Meanwhile, Leonard pays a visit to Phil and reports a crime. Geordie arrives just as Sidney is hauling Sam out of the building. Agatha arrives and admits Abigail told her about the baby, but she didn’t help her. Leonard confronts the Archdeacon and tells him off, before confirming he will be charged with aiding Sam. Phil enters and we’ve likely seen the send of the Archdeacon. Before Sam is hauled away to the hospital, Geordie tells him to do the right thing for a change and drop the charges against the Redmonds. Sidney tells him he will keep him in his prayers.

With his new confidence, Leonard heads to Daniel’s house and tells him about the good news. Unfortunately, another man exits and Daniel admits he couldn’t wait for Leonard forever. Sidney gives a sermon, while the Redmonds pay a visit to Phyllis. Afterwards, we see Geordie’s 50th birthday party, where Sidney gives a heartwarming speech. Jack Chapman arrives (Nick Brimble). Mrs. Maguire stuns everyone, when she gives him a big kiss. Sidney finds Leonard crying and comforts him. He insists a broken heart will get easier with time. Outside, Sidney and Geordie talk about Geordie’s experience in Burma. They also rekindle their relationship and share a big hug. At the end of the episode, Sidney takes Dickens to one of his and Amanda’s favorite hangout spots. As he turns to leave, Amanda arrives and reveals she has left Guy and has nothing left. Sidney admits she still has him, before they share a kiss and the episode ends.

Grantchester Finale Review

The Grantchester season 2 finale was great and brought a little bit of everything. There were plenty of comedic moments between Sidney and Geordie bickering back and forth. Leonard’s confidence booster was nice and it was good to see the Archdeacon finally be brought down. Unfortunately, the episode was depressing for Leonard, but ultimately good for Sidney in the love department. Of course, his relationship with Amanda isn’t likely going to last.

Sadly, we’ll have to wait for Grantchester’s 3rd season before we’ll find out. Until then, the Grantchester Series 2 Finale deserves a 9 out of 10. Be sure to catch up with previous Grantchester recaps right now.

Ripper Street is back for a 4th season and things have changed immensely. Long Susan (MyAnna Buring) is locked away in prison for her crimes, while Bennet Drake (Jerome Flynn) has taken over Reid’s old position at the station. Edmund Reid (Matthew Macfadyen) is living far away from White Chapel with his daughter, Mathilda (Anna Burnett). And Captain Jackson (Adam Rothenberg)? Not much has changed there. Jackson continues scheming his way through, while working with the police on the side. When the series premiere begins, we see Queen Victoria (Barbara Adair) preparing for her diamond Jubilee.

Next, we’re taken to the station, where Assistant Commissioner Augustus Dove (Killian Scott) gives the media a tour of the police station. We discover that all of Reid’s files have been shrunk to a more convenient form. We also see that the police have finally gained access to telephones. Drake is hounded by a reporter regarding the arrest of Isaac Bloom (Justin Avoth) for the murder of a Rabi, before Drake is pulled away from the scene, due to the discovery of a dead body. While checking out the body, Drake learns about conflict between the workers and a local Union involving Roy Teague (Andrew Brooke) and Abel Croker (David Threlfall). In order to gain assistance inspecting the body, Drake turns to his old pal, Jackson. Before Drake arrives, we see Jackson hide something, liquor himself up and pretend to be passed out on the bed.

After Jackson finally pulls himself together, the pair head to the coroner’s office to inspect the body. Before they arrive, we learn about the Muslim Patriotic League and the group causing trouble throughout the city. With Jackson’s help, Drake is able to discover where the man potentially came from. He also discovers a ring on the man’s finger. During this time, we also learn about what Reid has been up to. Reid is now living and working in Hampton-On-Sea with his daughter. He helps some local business men read the water’s waves. Afterwards, Drake heads to the location of the Queen’s festival and makes contact with one of the higher ups, Risaldar-Major Haroun Al Qadir (Stewart Scudamore). Al Qadir immediately recognizes the man’s ring and agrees to return to the station with Drake to identify the body.

Meanwhile, Rose Erskine (Charlene McKenna) pays a visit to Long Susan at the prison. Susan’s execution date is nearing, but she admits she is happy that she has been allowed to care for her son. Rose ridicules Jackson and his decision to stay away from his son, as well as Susan. Once Al Qadir returns to the station with Drake, Jackson takes off and refuses to say where he is headed. Al Qadir inspects the body and quickly identifies him as his son. Meanwhile, we see that Mathilda Reid and her classmate have skipped school and taken a train to White Chapel. They watch through a window, as a man makes love to a prostitute. Moments later, they rush off, so they can make it to the train and return to school, without anyone missing them.

Afterwards, Drake and Al Qadir decide to inspect the victim’s office. While there, we learn about his relationship with Imran Hafeez (Ronny Jhutti). Al Qadir has no love for the man and suspects him of having a role in his son’s murder. Next, the police receive a visit from Constantine (Derek Riddell). The egotistical detective quickly belittles Drake and his team. He picks on Sgt. Drum Drummond (Matthew Lewis) for still living with his mother, while ridiculing Frank Thatcher (Benjamin O’Mahony) for his family’s troubles. Regardless, Constantine proves to be helpful and leads the men to Hafeez. Meanwhile, Jackson heads to the courthouse and pays a visit to his lawyer, Frederick Cotter (Michael Ford-FitzGerald). He gives the man his money and renews his faith that Susan will be able to escape her execution.

Unfortunately, Cotter fails and Susan’s execution looks closer than ever. Jackson pays a visit to Susan and breaks the news that he could’ve acquire her dad’s money until he is dead for a longer period of time. She blames Jackson for all of her troubles and insists he didn’t try hard enough to help. After he leaves, Susan speaks with her colleague on the inside, Dr. Carlyle Probyn (Ed Hughes) and insists she’ll still be able to collect enough money to bribe the guards and make her escape. The man insists the guards will not help, without money upfront. Next, Edmund heads to the school to meet up with Mathilda. When he sees her, he notices soot on her collar and makes sure to point it out. Mathilda plays it off and pretends she was in school the whole day. During this time, Drake heads home and spends time with Rose. Their conversation turns bad and Rose begins to believe that Drake is angry with her, because she cannot give him a child. Drake attempts to reassure her otherwise, but his pleas fall on dead ears.

Drake and his men head to Hafeez’s location, which happens to be a meeting amongst local Muslim Patriotic League. Hafeez prepares to stand up and speak, before masked men enter and a fight breaks out. Hafeez makes a run for it, while everyone else is distracted. He manages to make his way outside, before being cornered. He is beaten briefly, before being saved by Major Haroun Al Qadir. Al Qadir quickly ushers the man over to the police station, where he can be questioned by Drake. Meanwhile, Reid and Mathilda receive a visit from Deborah Goren (Lucy Cohu). Reid sends Mathilda away, before Deborah tells him about Isaac’s troubles. She admits she believes Isaac to be innocent and pleads for Reid’s help, but he refuses. She also lets it slip and tells Reid about his daughter’s visit to White Chapel.

Edmund quickly reprimands his daughter and insists White Chapel is a place they should never return. He also threatens to send her away to school, before allowing her to depart. That night, Reid convinces Deborah to stay the night, but still doesn’t seem interested in lending his assistance to her cause. During this time, we see Isaac Bloom jotting all kinds of letters and numbers on the wall of his prison cell. In the morning, Reid discovers a partial note from Deborah. Eventually, Edmund succumbs to Deborah’s will, dusts off his hat and heads towards White Chapel. He pays a visit to Isaac and learns about his new obsession with words and numbers.

At the station, Constantine tells the others about an execution of another man, who was a graduate of Deccan College just like our current victim. Augustus identifies Mr. Abdul Karim from a photograph. Constantine insists the man is their murder suspect, as well as Victoria’s right hand brown man. Despite Constantine’s theory, Drake insists he is wrong. Augustus places Hafeez in Drake’s care and refuses to be overruled by Constantine. During this time, Kay Teague (Emer O’Grady) walks to the pier, climbs to the top of a building and leaps off, while Roy Teague watches from the ground. Meanwhile, Drake attempts to encourage Hafeez to speak. Hafeez says very little, but insists Drake wouldn’t believe him no matter what he says.

Susan watches Reid, as he leaves the prison. She is belittled by the doctor for her crimes and future execution. On the street, Reid speaks to Jackson, who is seen purchasing a large spring. Reid attempts to acquire information from Jackson, but is bashed for running away and never responding to Drake’s letters. Next, Jackson pays a visit to Abel Croker and renegotiates his debt. He also discover Croker’s love from turmeric powder. Back at the station, Drake speaks with Al Qadir about Sayid’s writings. Drake admits he wouldn’t want to punish his son, unless he actually acted upon his words. Meanwhile, Reid pays a visit to Bloom’s apartment. He inspects the room and checks out the rooftop of a nearby building, before being forced to rush back home.

Next, Rose is urgently called by Susan. When she arrives, Susan attempts to convince Rose to take her son, after her execution. Rose attempts and is adamant she’ll be able to talk Drake into it. At the station, Jackson discovers something in Sayid’s neck wound. He picks up the phone and accidentally eavesdrops on Drake and Rose’s conversation regarding his son. Within a matter of minutes, Jackson interrupts and is ridiculed by Rose, before he tells Drake about the turmeric powder found in the wound. Afterwards, the Major is allows to seek with Imran, who opens up about his time with Sayid. Imran also reveals that Sayid was a thief and stole a great deal of money from the Indian dockers. Reid arrives at the Freeman house to pickup his daughter. While there, he becomes intimate with Elenora (Clare Foster) and immediately recognizes his mistake.

The Major relays the information to Drake regarding the 200 pounds stolen from the Indian seamen. He admits the funds were meant to be distributed to the Lascar, until his son stole it. Drake quickly goes to work shelling out orders to his team and telling them to speak with the Indians and investigate shipping records. Before they can begin, Constantine arrives and shows off his authority. He takes Imran and admits he will rough up the man, in order to gain knowledge, if necessary. Drake and the gang head down to the docks and speak with the Indians. While there, they learn that Sayid had a white girlfriend. During this time, Sgt. Drum and Augustus manage to link Kay Teague to the money. Next, Drake and the Major visit Kay’s funeral, where they discover an Indian baby and that Roy has done missing. Augustus speaks with Croker and agrees to leave the business of the docks to the dockers.

The next day, Reid returns to Isaac’s bloom and encounters a few children, who refer to him as Golem. He chases them, but is quickly stopped in his tracks by a group of other Jews. Reid is quickly saved by Deborah and introduced to a local rabi named Max Steiner. Max reveals that he was attacked by Isaac, before he was arrested for murder. Roy Teague finally shows up and speaks with Croker. He admits to his crime, before he is stabbed several times and left to bleed out on the floor. Jackson pays a visit to the prison and speaks with the Doctor. He threatens the Doctor and his wife, if he doesn’t help Susan. He also reveals he has a new plan and provides the doctor with a bag of supplies. Reid returns to Isaac and asks him about the attack. He also encourages Isaac to claim his innocence, because he might believe him.

Isaac admits he’s thought about what he might’ve been, if he’d never been forced to leave his home town. He also attempts to convince Reid that a vortex is coming and will wipe out the town, despite the pier being moved previously. Constantine returns Imran to Drake and admits he was wrong. He also agrees his punishment of Imran would’ve been more satisfying, if it would’ve helped with the case. Drake is called into his office, in order to chat with Reid. An argument quickly ensues and Drake ridicules Reid. He also agrees to hand over all files pertaining the Bloom’s case. They head to the dead room, in order to inspect Bloom’s victim. We see that the body is riddled with bite marks. The evidence presented by Drake points directly towards Isaac as the murderer, but Reid still remains skeptical.

After that, Jackson finally admits it is time to go and see Susan. At the prison, the three men witness hanging of both Isaac Bloom and Susan. Afterwards, the Queen’s celebration begins. The Freemans visit Reid’s house and discover that Edmund and his daughter have left. Jackson heads to the cemetery and released Susan from her mask. We also see the contraption he built to spare her from death. The pair heads to Abel Croker and acquiring a room for Susan. That night, Drake speaks with Reid and offers him a place on the police force. Of course, he insists Reid will need to obey his orders at all times and drop the Bloom case. Reid apparently agrees, as the episode comes to an end.

Ripper Street Season 4 Episode 1 Review

Ripper Street is back and it appears to be bigger, bolder and longer than ever before. We barely skip a beat from Season 3, as Susan is thrown into the slammer and awaits her execution. Isaac Bloom has found himself in a similar situation. Despite Edmund Reid’s desire to escape White Chapel with his daughter, he is ultimately pushed back into the fold. With the crew back together and Susan out of harm’s way, Season 4 is off to a good start. Reid will need to unravel the Bloom mystery, with or without support. Will he be able to do so, without drawing ire from his old pals?

All in all, a great episode, which deserves an 8.5 out of 10. Be sure to catch up with previous recaps of Ripper Street right now!

When the episode begins, we see that Edmund Reid (Matthew Macfadyen) and his daughter, Mathilda, have moved back to White Chapel. The pair discusses Mathilda’s new job and she insists she should be allowed to head to work on her own, but Edmund refuses to oblige. Instead, they travel together. Once they arrive, Mathilda heads inside alone. She hears a boy crying for help, rushes up the stairs and finds a young boy suffering in pain. Within seconds, Edmund has joined her in comforting the young boy. Edmund discovers that the young boy’s name is Tommy. Unfortunately, Tommy succumbs to his wounds. After the intro scene, we jump to the Drake household. Bennet Drake (Jerome Flynn) and Rose (Charlene McKenna) attempt to feed Connor (Kahl Murphy, Kye Murphy). The boy is uninterested in eating and instead makes a mess on the floor.

Drake manages to maintain his cool and showers the boy with love. Next, Jackson (Adam Rothenberg) and Susan (MyAnna Buring) chat about their son. Jackson attempts to comfort Susan and convince her that Connor is in a good place. At the station, Reid and Sgt. Drum Drummond (Matthew Lewis) chat about the boy, while awaiting for Jackson’s arrival. Reid immediately identifies the boy as a workhouse boy and refers to the red iodine around his head, which is common practice for preventing ringworms. Reid tasks Drum with tracking down information about missing children from the workhouse, so they can give the boy a proper burial. Drum formally introduces himself, before Reid is whisked off and sworn into the police force once more.

Reid is given his badge and his first order, which involves investigating a collection of attacks with the victims losing their right hands. Reid consults with Drum, when a riot breaks out in the city between a group of hoodlums and the Salvation Army. Reid heads into the cells and speaks with the suspect in the hands case. Reid identifies the man as a costermonger, or a market trader, due to his dialect. He also believes the man is shelling out punishment to thieves, before noticing scars on the man’s palms. Reid puts two and two together and correctly identifies the man’s professional, oyster-shucker. Reid is interrupted, when the dead boy’s mother arrives at the police station. Reid meets with the woman (Sonya Cassidy), and agrees to show her the boy’s body. She admits the boy belongs to her, before Drum enters and identifies the boy as Tommy Riggs, who went missing from the Whitechapel Union Workhouse.

With that, Reid prepares to head to the workhouse. Before he departs, he orders Drum to investigate the area’s oyster sellers, so they can identify their suspect. Moments later, Reid is at the workhouse speaking with the manager, Cornelius Wilde (Jamie Ballard). Wilde admits he knew Riggs, but the boy ran away some time back. He also confirms that runaways are common, before providing Reid with a tour of the facility. Once they make it outside, Reid takes notice of the casual ward, which is currently being fumigated. Wilde insists the ward is only used for those that stay a day or so. Reid also learns that Tommy Riggs’ mother passed away some time ago. Meanwhile, Susan gives Jackson a gift, which is braided from her hair. He tells Susan to remain vigilant and watchful, while he is away at work. She agree to stay silent, visible and far away from their son.

Reid rushes back to the station only to discover that the woman has already fled. Drum provides Reid with the woman’s purse, which she left behind. Drum also reveals he has found three potential oyster traders. Reid immediately confirms it is the Middlesex Street trader and connects the crime to one from many years ago. He provides the name Orton and orders an autopsy for Tommy. Captain Jackson arrives just in time and admits he is ready for work. Reid comforts Jackson, before Drake enters and does the same. Despite their concerns, Jackson is adamant that he wishes to work and forget about his sorrows. At the moment, a riot victim is rushed in. Reid learns about the Salvation Army shelters attack from Drum. The attack resulted in the death of the group’s captain. Next, we jump into the dead room, where Captain Solomon Shaw’s body is inspected.

Reid attempts to intervene into the investigation, before he is asked about the boy. Drake agrees to give the boy an autopsy, but admits the previous murder must be solved first. Drake rushes Reid away, before returning to the Captain’s body. Reid rushes out, as the new journalist, Rachel Castello (Anna Koval), watches from a distance. Reid pays a visit to Rose and gains insight into the boy’s pretend mother. With Rose’s assistance, the woman is identified as Leda Starling. As Reid prepares to leave, Augustus Dove (Killian Scott) enters with flowers and greets Rose. Reid uses Rose’s advice to track down Leda. This time, she barely remember Reid or the incident at the police station. However, she still confirms she is the mother of a lost boy and agrees to go to the workhouse with Reid.

At the workhouse, Leda is unable to recall her son’s name. However, she spots several boy, whom she insists is him. She causes an uproar, which brings ire from Cornelius. Cornelius admits she comes to the workhouse several times a week to look for her son, but denies he was ever an inmate at the facility. He agrees to contact the asylum, but Reid puts a halt to the decision and insists he’ll take care of her on his own. On the way out, Wilde seems to imply that Reid is sleeping with the distraught woman. At the station, Jackson inspects the woman and reveals she is suffering from syphilis. She is rational one moment, but irrational the next. Reid agrees to take her home for the night and take her to the asylum the following day, so he can learn more about her son. Next, Sgt. Frank Thatcher (Benjamin O’Mahony) brings Redskin Jake (Charley Palmer Rothwell) into the station and accuses him of the Captain’s murder. Reid overheads Jake mention something about being a workhouse boy.

Drake quickly interrogates the man, who admits he hates the Salvation Army, because they force them to beg for food. Jake attempts to deny the crime, before Reid enters and passes a note to Drake encouraging him to ask about the workhouse. Drake encourages Reid to leave and doesn’t question Jake. Mathilda arrives at the station and Drum seems lovestruck by her presence. Reid arrives moments later and they take Leda home together and prepare her a bed and food. That night, Drake pays a visit to Reid and ridicules him for stepping out of line. He insists Reid was only supposed to work on the costermonger case. Reid admits he has already identified the man as Percey Orton (Billy Seymour) and reveals he was carrying out the crimes just as his father previous did 20 years ago.

Drake admits that is precisely why he needs Reid, who admits he is not acting in opposition of his comrade. They share a drink together and chat about Reid’s current case. Drake doesn’t think the woman’s demented memories are good evidence. They both admit they love the excitement of White Chapel, before sharing a toast. That night, Leda awakes in the middle of the night calling for William and Barnabas. She admits her mind is currently clear and her son was afraid, because his friends, William and Barnabas, disappeared. After she finally calms down, Mathilda asks Reid about the woman’s insanity and that of her mother. She admits having Leda around is nice, since it makes her feel like her mother is still around. Later, Abel Croker (David Threlfall) chats with a potential business partner, Bo Nystrom (Jon Oigarden).

Susan enters and intervenes. She manages to score a good deal for Croker. In the morning, Mathilda and Edmund are confronted by Castello. She attempts to acquire information from Reid regarding Bloom’s case, but Reid remains loyal to Drake and admits the case has been closed. She returns to her office and scours over her paperwork and maps associated with the case. In the dead room, Reid and Jackson inspect the boy’s body. Jackson admits he couldn’t have deteriorated that quickly within a week. Jackson prepares for the boy’s examination, before Drake enters. Jackson provides Drake with enough evidence to convict Jake. With that Drake and Reid prepare to speak with the man.

Drake prepares to charge Jake, while Reid asks him about the workhouse. Jake reveals Wilde shut down the casual ward and pays the Salvation Army to take those that he deems to be worthless. Wilde is caught in a lie, when Jake admits the ward has been shut down for many months. Reid concludes that Wilde is interested only in managing costs. Jake insists the infirmary is far worse than the workhouse and many of those sent there are killed by an old black potion, which contains poison. Drake insists that the potion is simply a myth. However, a consultation with Jackson confirms a large quantity of iron in the boy’s system and he admits he is unable to rule out poisoning. Drake agrees to head to the workhouse and speak with Wilde.

Thatcher scours through the workhouse for evidence, while Drake and Reid visit the infirmary. The doors are locked and they’re unable to get inside. The nurses insists they’re combating an outbreak of Scarlet Fever and that the children are being quarantined. The duo then check out the casual ward. They notice the construction is awkward and the ceiling is slightly low. They eventually return to the Wilde’s office and interrogate him. Reid uses Wilde’s own books against him. Drake discovers a boy by the name of Jabas Starling within their records. Thatcher enters moments later with bottles of Blaud pills. He admits there are hundreds of bottles. With that, Wilde’s game comes to an end. Reid next checks out the book regarding deaths at the facility. None of the deaths have been documented.

Next, the group heads to the casual ward. Drake admits it wasn’t the ceiling that was too low, but the floor too high. Reid tears up the floor and discover bodies underneath. Wilde insists the boys were ill and he was only doing them a favor, by ending their miserable lives quickly. On the streets, Jackson spots Connor misbehaving Rose. He returns home with Rose, sings to the boy and puts him to sleep. Rose encourages Jackson to visit the boy more and agrees to keep it secret from Drake. Croke visits and flirts with Susan, before giving her a share of the loot. He also provides her with documentation for all of his businesses and tells her to look it over. Next, Reid takes Leda to the asylum, while she continues rambling about her lost boy. In between her spats of insanity, she tells Reid he is a good man, while he tells her about his own once lost daughter. As the episode ends, Leda tells Reid he is forgiven.

Ripper Street Review

The second episode of season four was very dramatic and incredibly bleak. Edmund Reid’s first case back in White Chapel required him to relive his own past troubles. Leda suffered in the same way that Reid and his wife once did. The episode has brought about some questions. Why was Dove visiting Rose with flowers and what was his intention? What is Susan’s motive for buddying up to Abel Croker?

The episode was great and very depressing. A 9 out of 10 is deserved. Be sure to catch up with previous recaps of Ripper Street right now.

When Ripper Street “A White World Made Red” begins, we see Mathilda Reid (Anna Burnett) reading Dracula late at night. While the girl gets intensely into the book, we see a woman being led through the streets by a young girl. Once the woman arrives at her destination, a door is open and the woman lets out a blood curdling scream. A dead man is found hanging upside down. In the morning, Edmund Reid (Matthew Macfadyen) finds his daughter still reading her book in the kitchen. He is forced to prompt her to get ready, so they can leave. Then, we jump to the Drake household, where Connor is having a fit. Bennet (Jerome Flynn) encourages Rose (Charlene McKenna) to sing to the boy. She sings Jackson’s song to the boy and manages to calm him.

Next, Jackson (Adam Rothenberg) heads to the docks and takes some cigarettes with Nathaniel’s (Jonas Armstrong) blessing. He is distraught upon discovering Susan has disappeared from her room. With Abel Croker’s (David Threlfall) advice, Jackson manages to track her down quickly. She admits she awoke and attempted to grab her son, before going for a stroll. Abel arrives moments later and encourages Susan to go back into hiding, where he will be able to keep her safe. Next, Drake, Reid and Thatcher (Benjamin O’Mahony) head to the butcher’s cold storage room, where they discover the man’s body hanging upside down. The investigation begins. A blood filled bucket is discovered underneath the man, before Drake order Jacksons to enter and learn whatever he can. Reid discovers the man’s hands are bound and someone else appears to have been strapped to a nearby chair.

Thatcher is sent to scour the local market for another body, while the investigation continues. Jackson concludes that the man has died, due to blood loss. Thatcher manages to find another victim nearby. The woman’s neck shares a wound similar to that of the unknown hanging man. Reid concludes that she was alive when they attempted to syphon blood from her neck and likely ran away, while trying to stop the bleeding. Meanwhile, Jackson finds no defensive wounds on the man and discovers he has a broken neck. He concluded that man was most likely executed at the nearby prison. With that, he heads to the Prison of London and consults with Dr. Carlyle Probyn (Ed Hughes). During the encounter, the doctor attempts to exploit his knowledge of Susan’s escape, Jackson leaves behind a cigarette butt and threatens the man once more.

Jackson demands to know who the man is and where he was sent. Moments later, he returns to the police station with a name, Percival Monks. He also reveals that the man was sent from the prison to London Hospital, after his death. When Drake inquires about Jackson’s knowledge, he receives a short, unenlightening answers. Next, Jackson inspects the woman’s teeth and confirms her as a migrant. Reid scours through her belongings and discovers a Polish prayer card. Jackson examines the woman’s fingertips and discovers indigo staining and needle scarring. This leads him to believe she was a seamstress. Upon further examination, Jackson reveals that the woman hadn’t bled at all and the cause of her death remains unknown. With that, Thatcher and Drake head to the local sweatshop.

A quick search of the women pinpoints one, who seems to be hiding something. Magdalena Dobrowski (Julia Rosnowska) is ushered back to the station for further questioning. She quickly identifies the deceased woman as Agniezka. Magdalena admits she helped the woman find work. An infected wound on Magdalena’s arm is treated, while the woman continues to insist Agniezka vanished. Upon further questioning, Magdalena reveals that he colleague had agreed to meet a man, who agreed to pay her handsomely for her troubles. She insists the woman wasn’t a prostitute and might’ve been robbed. Drake is adamant that robbery wasn’t a motive, before allowing Thatcher to take the woman back to work. Once they arrive, Thatcher threatens the woman’s boss and encourages him to avoid any repercussions for Magdalena’s absence.

Back at the station, Jackson acquire blood samples from many of the officers, including Sgt. Drum (Matthew Lewis). He tells Drum about his friend, who was killed by Indians in American and how his eyes turned from white to red. Mathilda pays a visit to Rachel Castello (Anna Koval) and asks her about Drummond. Rachel tells the girl to show him something she is passionate about and see if he shares that passion. Their conversation turns to Bloom. Castello admits she is headed to Paris to investigate the rabbi. When asked how she knows so much about the case, Mathilda confesses she often looks through her father’s documents. Castello instills in Mathilda that disobedience is one of the best characteristics women can have.

Next, Reid pays a visit to the local hospital and discovers Frederick Treves (Paul Ready) giving a speech about the Elephant Man. During their conversation, Reid crosses a French doctor. Treves shows Reid the documents, which prove Monks never arrived at the hospital after his death. Treves also admits the purpose of the blood was most certainly knowledge and experimentation. Back at the station, Thatcher’s blood is taken. He becomes woozy and doesn’t seem to like the sight of blood. Jackson walks them through his new discovery, which relates to blood transfusions. He shows the men how some bloods match, while others do not. With that, he confirms the woman was likely killed by a mismatched transfusion.

Jackson also confirms that Thatcher’s blood matches the prisoner’s. They inspect the deceased’s arms and find a wound on the man that matches that of Magdalena. The woman’s arms are clean of wounds. This leads Drake to believe that the deceased woman might’ve visited the man in Magdalena’s place. Reid utilizes the phone to gain intel about Magdalena from Drum. Jackson is confronted about the prison doctor’s lie. Drum confirms that Magdalena was locked in the prison for four months, due to bread theft. Drake, Jackson and Reid head to the prison, while Thatcher attempts to track down Magdalena. At the prison, the doctor is questioned about his needles, which happen to be blunt. He attempts to play it off, by insisting he is only helping to protect the patients from disease.

Drake inspects a nearby shelf and finds a vial of blood. Meanwhile, Thatcher searches the workhouse, but is unable to find the girl. Thatcher returns to the station and asks Drum for Probyn’s location. With the information, he pays a visit to Probyn and gives him a beating. We also see Magdalena encounter a young girl, who leads her inside a building. Drake and Reid put a stop to the beating and question the doctor further. This time, he admits he took the inmate’s blood, as Reid accuses him of being an accessory to murder. Jackson arrives to care for the doctor’s wounds, as they admit they have no choice, but to release the man. When Jackson gets the doctor alone, he turns up the heat. After a little convincing, the doctor confirms he matched Magdalena and Monks’ blood and setup an encounter with Magdalena and a French doctor.

Afterwards, Susan speaks with Abel. She asks the man, if her crimes worry him. He admits they do not and that many men have died at his hands. Back at the station, Reid, Jackson and Drum share a drink. Reid checks out Drum’s Dracula book. When he opens it, he discovers it belongs to his daughter. Reid agrees to see that it is returned to her. A message comes in and provides the men with information regarding their suspect. The suspect is identified as Tristram Blanchard (Dylan Smith). They also learn that the man’s wife also died in a similar manner. Jackson mentions the disease, Porphyria. They conclude that the man’s child likely has the disease and he is using the blood to try and keep her alive. Thatcher is ordered to go to the French Embassy and stay there, until they provide him with information about Blanchard.

Afterwards, we see Magdalena meet with Blanchard. He provides her with a large sum of money and begins preparing for the blood transfusion. Blanchard’s daughter, Camille, enters and it is visibly clear she is ill. Back at the station, Reid acquires a picture of Blanchard and confirms he has met him before. We see that Camille and Magdalena was prepared and ready to go. Reid and crew arrive. Outside, Jackson convinces the others to stay outside, so he can speak to Blanchard surgeon to surgeon. He heads inside and attempts to convince the doctor that the transfusion will result in Magdalena’s death. Jackson attempts to convince the man that his daughter’s case isn’t likely going to change no matter what he does. Blanchard seems to be coming to his sense. However, he yanks the cord from Magdalena’s neck and runs off with his daughter.

Reid and Drake rush after the doctor, while Thatcher stays behind to help Jackson save Magdalena. Drake and Reid manage to convince Blanchard to give himself up, while Thatcher saves Magdalena, by giving his own blood. Once the fun is over, Jackson begins singing Connor’s song. Drake take notices and confronts Rose when he returns home. Rose admits Jackson has been visiting his son once a week, but insists Connor only knows Bennet as his father. Reid confronts his daughter regarding Drum and Dracula. He tells her to test him out, before jumping in and she confirms that was the entire purpose of the book. Reid agrees he is fine with the agreement, but demands Mathilda tell him the outcome of the test first.

At the prison, Doctor Probyn reads a letter, which focuses him out of his position. He inspects the cigarette butt that Jackson left behind and heads to the docks. There, he speaks with Abel. Susan enters and the doctor accuses her friends of reporting him and getting him fired. Susan stabs the man, before Abel and Nathaniel clean up the mess. Abel seems thrilled by Susan’s actions. He comforts her and insists she shouldn’t cry for the doctor. She admits she isn’t and only grieves for her father. She admits she killed her father, as the episode comes to an end.

Ripper Street Review

The new casting choices for Ripper Street really paid off in this episode. Drum, Thatcher and Abel finally proved their worth. Each has their place and purpose. The series also continued with the trend of children and did an excellent job bringing the emotions. Ripper Street has always managed to build villains, who are despicable, yet easy to sympathize with. This episode was no different. A White World Made Red was yet another brilliant episode and another solid reason that Ripper Street is without a doubt Amazon’s best original series.

A 9 out of 10 is deserves. Be sure to catch up with our previous Ripper Street recaps right now!

When the episode “Men of Iron, Men of Smoke” begins, we see a flashback from 8 years previous. We flash ahead and see a group of men playing football. The men in blue win, yet one of the players, Wilbur Wren (Rob Compton) is unable with the circumstances. He grabs his teammate and head butts him, before a massive brawl breaks out. After the intro scene, we switch over to Susan (MyAnna Buring) and Jackson (Adam Rothenberg). The pair share a romantic drink on the water, while discussing their future. Susan remains adamant about fleeing the city and taking Connor along with her. Although Jackson doesn’t seem thrilled with the idea, he doesn’t refuse it either. Next, Edmund Reid (Matthew Macfadyen) and Bennet Drake (Jerome Flynn) head to the local ironworks and chat with the foreman, Felix Hackman (Owen Teale).

Felix invites the men into his office, before he is questioned about Charlie Tanner. Felix quickly learns that Charlie has been beaten to death with a hammer. Felix reveals he took Charlie in approximately 10 years ago and has raised him ever since. He admits to taking in all kinds of seedy people, but insists the ironworks made a man out of Charlie. He also reveals that he forces the men to refrain from alcohol, before admitting that they have their own football team. Reid scours through the man’s office and discovers a commemoration to St. Sebastian. Although Felix insists Charlie was his best worker and best player, Reid remains suspicious that all of the other boys would feel the same. The inspectors are given permission to speak with the boys. During their conversation, they run into the foul mouthed Wilbur, who attempts to convince them that the gasworks team had something to do with the murder.

Felix admits the two teams brawled, during their game yesterday. Drake looks through paperwork for the ironworks and identifies a memorable name, Thomas Gower (Jake Mann), but remains hesitant that Gower is the Thomas he knew. Of course, it is and the men run into their old comrade moments later. Drake admits he thought about the boy constantly and wondered, if he would thank him or curse him for putting him on the boat and shipping him to the army. Gower seems happy with the situation and admits he was honorably discharged. Gower admits the men changed his life. The conversation quickly turns to Charlie Tanner and Gower insists he was one of the good ones. Back in the dead room, Jackson and Thatcher (Benjamin O’Mahony) inspect Tanner’s body. Jackson is quickly able to identify the cause of death, thanks to the hammer protruding from the man’s head.

Reid and Drake enter moments later. Thatcher is sent to collect names from the gasworks boys, while Jackson is asked to look for fingerprints on the hammer. Jackson and Drake spar back and forth or Connor, while Jackson forcibly removes the hammer from Charlie’s head. Drake consults with Reid regarding the situation in private. Reid insists they shouldn’t do anything to convince Jackson to stop helping them solve murders. Moments later, Drake receives a visit from Gower. Gower opens up about Charlie and Wren’s tumultuous relationship and implies Wren might’ve had something to do with the murder. He also tells Drake about their fight at the football game. Drake dispatches one of his men to detain Wilbur, before inviting Gower to dinner. Next, Susan searches through Abel Croker’s (David Threlfall) warehouse and discovers some silk clothing.

Susan is confronted by Abel and Nathaniel (Jonas Armstrong). Susan inquires why the item hasn’t been documented and if Abel snatched it from the Queen’s customs house. The men remain silent and Abel insists Susan needs to keep her prying eyes closed. Susan speaks with Nathaniel outside and attempts to coax him into showering her his secret. Nathaniel admits he feels like he owes Croker a great deal, while Susan attempts to flatter him. Moments later, Gower shares dinner with the Drake family. He tells Rose and Bennet about his time in the army. During their conversation, Gower admits he wants to find something more useful than the ironworks. Drake attempts to convince him to join him at Leman Street, but he seems uninterested in the offer. Gower is adamant that he wants to be able to do something helpful, aside from killing people.

When asked if he would like wine or beer, Gower refuses and admits the ironworks makes them remain sober. Next, Wilbur Wren is captured by Thatcher and taken into custody. Wilbur quickly admits to his hatred for Charlie, but denies having a role in his murder. Instead, he insists he went to the gin shop and went home. Wilbur quickly acknowledges that Gower has ratted on him and insists Thomas is nothing, but a drunk. Back in the dead room, Jackson confirms he will be unable to acquire prints from the murder weapon. Drake quickly decides to travel to Tanner’s room and have Jackson inspect it thoroughly. Drake is adamant that Wren had to be there, but Jackson suspects Reid has other ideas. Upon arriving at the crime scene, Jackson mentions a doctor, Piotrowski, who has been studying blood splatter, by brutally killing rabbits.

While inspecting the room, Jackson discovers a floorboard, which is weak. He removes it and finds a bloody shirt, which is believed to be connected to Thomas Gower. Next, Deborah Goren (Lucy Cohu) pays a visit to Rachel Castello (Anna Koval) and discovers her chatting with Mathilda Reid (Anna Burnett). After Mathilda departs, Rachel tells Deborah about Mathilda and Edmund’s documents regarding Isaac’s case. Deborah belittles her judgment and insists she shouldn’t use Mathilda to gain intel on the case. Back in the dead room, Jackson asks Reid about his suspicion regarding Gower. Reid doesn’t answer, but does admit Jackson should proceed with the blood splatter patterning test. Jackson agrees and tasks Thatcher with acquiring a large number of rabbits. Reid returns to the ironworks and inspects Felix’s office. He discovers football game plans, as well as a strange necklace.

Next, he chats with Felix. Felix talks about his problems with the Unions. Felix talks about his father’s old profession of creating watches. He admits his hands were build for watch making. Felix eventually reveals that Thomas Gower was sacked that morning for showing up drunk. Felix also insists that Gower’s military records were nothing, but lies. Reid returns to the station and orders Sgt. Drum (Matthew Lewis) to acquire information about Gower’s military history. Drum agrees to do so, but only after Reid uses his daughter as leverage. That night, Drake receives a visit from a drunken Gower. Gower reeks of alcohol and tells Drake about his dismissal, before he is allowed inside. The men chat about Gower’s time in the army and the new machine guns. Rose ridicules Bennet’s decision for bringing the known murderer into their home, but he insists he saved the boy from the rope and it is his responsibility.

Drake allows the boy to spent the night at his home. Later, Susan and Nathaniel travel through the sewers and emerge inside of the Queen’s vault. Susan spots a sealed door, which makes her mouth water. Nathaniel insists they need to obey Croker and leave the door alone. Susan refuses to listen and approaches. She is nearly caught by guards, but makes her escape with a logbook in toll. When they return to Abel, Nathaniel is beaten for his betrayal. Susan steps in and insists Abel should be beating her. She shows them the log book and insists the jewelry inside of the vault is her escape. Although Abel doesn’t seem interested in getting involved, he does seem inclined to offer his assistance to a friend. In the morning, Drake attempts to comfort Rose, by insisting they’ll get better with Connor with time. He also prepares to wake Gower.

When Drake awakes the boy, he freaks out and attacks. He vomits on the floor, while Rose demands his departure. Gower rushes out. Back at the station, Reid gains information about Gower’s military record. He discovers that Gower was actually dishonorably discharged for fighting with comrades. He beat and blinded another fellow soldier. Reid confronts Drake with the information, while admitting that men do not change. Drake is upset with the fact that Reid conducted the investigation behind his back. Drake still remains adamant that the new information doesn’t mean Gower killed Tanner. Reid agrees, but admits it gives them enough reason to question him. With that, they need to track him down and Drake knows exactly where he could be. We see Deborah caring for Gower, before Reid and Drake arrive outside.

Drake and Reid take the boy into custody. On the way out, Deborah ridicules the inspectors for refusing to acknowledge Isaac Bloom’s innocence. She primarily targets Reid about his decision to return to White Chapel, yet failing to help Bloom. In the interrogation room, Reid manages to convince Thomas to tell the truth. He admits he was in the room, when Tanner was killed. However, he first insists he was attacked and was unable to see who killed the boy. After a little leading from Reid, Tanner confesses to the crime. Once they head back into the lobby, Jackson shatters Reid’s hope with his blood splatter evidence. Jackson reveals that, if the shirt is Gower’s, he isn’t the killer. He also reveals that Tanner had something around his neck, but it was torn off by the murderer.

Thatcher enters moments later and is granted permission to use Jackson’s dead rabbits for stew. Drake and Reid return to Gower. They attempt to convince him to help his friend now. Gower finally reveals that Tanner was offered a transfer and a new job with another company. He insists Tanner was given the opportunity to leave Whitechapel behind for good. He also confirms that Tanner wore a St. Sebastian pendant around his neck. Reid puts two and two together, before he and Drake head to the ironworks. They scour through Felix’s belongings and discover the necklace. They confront the man outside and he doesn’t deny his crimes. He admits he made Tanner who he had become and wasn’t willing to let him go so easily. When he is handcuffed, he reveals that his boys constructed the cuffs. Afterwards, Susan tells Jackson about her bright ideal for accumulating money and escaping the city.

Drake pays a visit to Gower. This time, Gower lashes out at Drake and admits sending him to the army was a big mistake. He tells Drake he is black wings towering over him and he may never feel the light again. Drake returns to the station and takes his frustrations out on Reid. He threatens to revoke Reid’s warrant card, if he oversteps him again. Gower attends church and admits he doesn’t believe in God, due to the things he has seen at war. He tells Deborah he should’ve never came here and rushes out. He heads down the dark street and gets drink, before being attacked by an unknown man. Gower is left on the ground to die and the man’s identity remains unknown. Next, Jackson agrees to take Susan to see Connor. They stare through the window at Connor, who eventually spots his mother. Jackson attempts to pull Susan away, but she stays. Rose enters and spots Susan just as she disappears.

Ripper Street Review

Men of Iron, Men of Smoke was yet another incredibly effective episode of Ripper Street. The fourth season has done a fantastic job of delving into past episodes and this one is no different. The return of Thomas Gower once again played up the role of parenthood, while also throwing a rift between Reid and Drake once more.

Susan has finally revealed her truth motive. Will Jackson really follow through with her plan to steal a large quantity of jewelry and escape with Connor? The episode also brought the Isaac Bloom case back into the picture. It is almost certain Edmund Reid hasn’t forgotten about his friend. What will he uncover? Again, another excellent episode, which deserves a 9 out of 10. Be sure to catch up with our other Ripper Street recaps immediately!

When “No Wolves in Whitechapel” begins, we see a young boy drawing a picture. He shows the picture to his friend and insists it represents the golem. Both look outside and spot a figure, which closely resembles the wolf in the drawing. After the intro scene, we see Bennet Drake (Jerome Flynn) arguing with Rose (Charlene McKenna). Rose is adamant that she saw Susan outside of her window, but Drake isn’t buying it. Mathilda is brought over to watch over Connor, while Rose gets some sleep. With that, Bennet heads to work and leaves his other troubles at home. Next, Jackson (Adam Rothenberg) and Susan (MyAnna Buring) argue about Susan’s behavior. Susan insists Connor was calling for her and she couldn’t leave him. Jackson is afraid that they’re going to end up at the end of a rope for their efforts. They agree to break into the vault and make their escape later that night.

Nathaniel (Jonas Armstrong) and Abel Croker (David Threlfall) read the newspaper and learn that Augustus Dove (Killian Scott) has been rewarded by the Queen for his efforts at the police station. Edmund Reid (Matthew Macfadyen) quickly learns the same soon after his arrival at the station. rank Thatcher (Benjamin O’Mahony) insists he isn’t upset with the Queen’s decision. Seconds later, Drum (Matthew Lewis) receives a phone call, which alerts him to the presence of a dead body. Drum breaks the news that the dead man is Thomas Gower (Giacomo Mancini). Next, Homer Jackson runs into Bennet on the streets. Jackson inquires about Drake’s night and attempts to figure learn about Rose’s behavior after seeing Susan. Moments later, Reid interrupts and the men find themselves scouring over Gower’s lifeless body.

Jackson quickly concludes that Gower wasn’t killed in the current area. He insists the abrasions on the man’s knees and hands meant he likely traveled a moderate distance. Seconds later, Rachel Castello (Anna Koval) and Deborah Goren (Lucy Cohu) arrive. Deborah attempts to belittle the men, while Rachel tries to get a picture of the body. Thatcher smashes her camera to the ground, before she is escorted away. Reid returns with Deborah, while the others fan out and try to find the murder scene. Deborah asks Reid why he hasn’t visited her since Isaac’s hanging and he admits he felt shame. During the conversation, Deborah tells Reid about his daughter and her frequent visits to the newspaper building. He also receives the children’s drawings of the big, bad wolf.

With Thatcher’s help, Jackson and Drake discover the real crime scene. Jackson finds what appears to be dog’s hair nearby. He collects a small portion, before we jump to the newspaper office. Reid scolds Rachel for her handling of his daughter, but she insists she never meant to betray Reid. Edmund quickly discovers her treasure trove of research regarding the Bloom case and asks her about it. She insists she’ll let him see it, as long as he provides her with the police’s documents. Back at the station, Jackson inspects the body and finds a small bite mark around Gower’s ear. Jackson quickly connects the mark to that of Bloom’s case. Drake learns that Reid has kept the files and maintains interest in the case. The pictures are brought inside and Drake insists the bite marks are nothing alike.

Jackson lays out his evidence and points to an overbite, while proclaiming the bite to be the same. Despite concerns from Drake, Jackson is convinces that Ratovski’s killer is also Gower’s killer. Drake turns his attention to Reid, who insists he only wants to help wrong the world. He admits he returned to Whitechapel for Isaac, but stayed for his friendship with Bennet. He confesses he wants to identify the boy’s murderer and see if it is in anyway connected to Ratovski. He convinces Drake to walk him through all evidence convicting Isaac Bloom and Jackson agrees. Next, Rose awakes and speaks with Mathilda Reid (Anna Burnett). Their conversation quickly turns to Susan and Rose strongly ridicules her old friend, before Connor freaks out. Rose sends Mathilda to the store to find something to calm him down. She watches as he leaves.

Next, Susan speaks with Croker about her plan. Susan attempts to convince Croker to act tonight. Despite his concerns, Croker admits he would like to see Susan steam away from him on still waters. Susan admits she is afraid that the snare is closing in and she must act quickly. Abel loses it, when he discovers that Susan has been seen. Back at the station, Jackson ridicules himself for helping Susan, while preparing a concoction to do just that. Rose visits the prison cemetery and confronts the guard, Theakson (Michael Liebmann). She attempts to force the man to admit he helped Susan escape, but he calls her crazy and leaves. Meanwhile, Drake and Reid visit the site, where Ratovski’s body was discovered, while chatting about the golem. Drake admits the location was overrun by the press, when he arrived.

Next, they decide to head to Isaac’s room. They’re run out by the new tenant. Mathilda visits the police station and asks Drum about Drake’s whereabouts. Meanwhile, Reid attempts to convince Drake that all of the evidence seems a little too convenient and Isaac’s behavior made him the perfect suspect. They argue about one another’s motive, before another body is hauled into the station. Rabbi Max Steiner (David Warner) also enters and ridicules Drake for his inability, which forces Reid to take over and begin asking question. Max admits he gave the man a room and care for him. Thatcher is tasked with escorting the Rabbi back to the synagogue. Reid comforts the man and insists they’ll get to the bottom of the murder.

Reid attempts to convince Drake that he is not responsible Nagleman, Gower or Bloom’s downfall. Drake is unconvinced. In the dead room, Jackson confirms Nagleman was likely killed around the same time as Gower. Reid mentions the date and connects it to a double murder of the Ripper. Jackson reveals that the murderer bites the victim and shakes like a dog. He pulls out the dog hair and the evidence begins pointing towards an animal. Jackson admits it could be a timer wolf, as he pulls out the children’s drawing. A phone call comes in and alerts the men to Augustus Dove’s arrival. Drake tells the man in private about his mistake and Dove attempts to comfort him. He insists he needs to get intense and put the same amount of effort into the current case as he did that of Isaac Bloom.

Moments later, Rose arrives outside. She belittles everyone for refusing to believe her regarding Susan. She continues arguing with Drake, until Jackson steps in and tells them to calm down and take Connor home. They eventually come to reason and do as Jackson says. Back in the station, Thatcher asks Drum about the accusations. Drum admits these things are best unheard. Moments later, Reid enters and asks to speak with Drum in private. Jackson returns to the dead room and grabs his material, which is still too wet to be effective. Afterwards, Reid speaks with Drum and learns that Augustus was the one, who gave the warrant to search Bloom’s room and also placed the injunction on the newspapers. Afterwards, Augustus pays a visit to Abel and tells him about the two murders. Augustus insists Abel needs to keep a closer eye on Nathaniel, before he agrees to do his best to keep them out of the investigation. We also learn that Nathaniel confessed killing the rabbi to the men.

Jackson heads to the warehouse and meets up with Abel, Susan and Nathaniel. During his time there, he finds a wolf suit and becomes suspicious, when he sees Nathaniel eating his apple. He manages to inspect the apple closely and match the bite to that of the victims. Drake returns Rose home and comforts her, before tell her he needs to return to work. She tells him to do whatever he must. Back at the station, Reid tell Drake the Bloom could’ve have killed Ratovski, since the killer is still alive. Reid attempts to convince Drake the Dove was involved in setting up Isaac, since he delivered the fingerprint, the warrant and the newspaper injunctions. Still Drake isn’t buying it. Drake admits he needs Reid for this fight, but tells him to leave Dove out of it. Next, Dove pays a visit to Rose.

He attempts to convince her to tell him about the evil deed she mentioned already. She admits it involved Drake, Reid and Jackson, but refuses to provide any further detail. Reid returns to the dead room and snaps some photos of the bite marks. He takes the evidence to Rachel Castello. Next, we jump to Jackson and Susan. The group makes their way into the Queen’s vault and prepare to blow open the door. Jackson’s bomb doesn’t necessarily work as it was intended and he approaches. When he gets closer, the bomb explodes and pushes him backwards. Croker and Nathaniel dispose of the coming guards, while Jackson and Susan grab a few items and everyone makes their escape.

Ripper Street Season 4 Review

No Wolves in Whitechapel was definitely an effective episode. First and foremost, the episode pushed Rose to her limit. She totally lost it. Despite being correct, nobody seemed to believe her, aside from Augustus, who obviously has his own motives. Now, we have a good ideal who is killing everyone, yet the motive remains a mystery. Perhaps the killer is just mental?

The episode has setup what should be a fascinating finale. Reid is on his own and Augustus and potentially manipulate Rose into providing him with information, which will incriminate everyone. And Jackson and Susan? What will those crazy birds do next? All in all, an excellent episode that deserves a 9.5 out of 10. Be sure to catch up with previous recaps of Ripper Street right now!

When the finale begins, we see that Bennet Drake (Jerome Flynn) has decided to spend the night with an old friend, Sgt. Donald Artherton (David Wilmot). Next, Mathilda (Anna Burnett) walks down the street with her new friend, Drummond (Matthew Lewis). Mathilda tells Drum she wishes him to stop trying to please her so much and simply be himself. After a kiss, we jump back to Drake, who sees a newspaper article regarding the wolf murders. He angrily rushes to the newspaper office and discover Edmund Reid (Matthew Macfadyen) with Rachel Castello (Anna Koval). The pair spar back and forth, with Reid insisting they need to do the right thing, even if it hurts their own good names. Castello pulls out her research and explains about the Jewish trek from Russia to London. She begins telling about Ratovski’s plight, which was very similar to that of Isaac Bloom’s.

Castello reveals she was able to acquire photographs and diaries, during her trip to Paris. Reid admits he hasn’t read them yet, since they’re in Ukrainian. The group pays a visit to Deborah Goren (Lucy Cohu), who has translated some of the pages. Reid reads the diaries aloud and reveals that the Rabbi’s group was set upon by a wolf pack, which picked off one victim each night. As the story continues, the wolves capture a Christian woman named Galuba. Her young boys managed to prevent the wolves from escaping with the corpse. The youngest clutched onto the woman’s cold body. Reid concluded that Ratovski must’ve abandoned the boys and sent them ahead later in the trip. Deborah and Castello confirm that the children began reporting sights of wolves on the rooftops several years before the Rabbi was killed.

They admit the boys referred to the creature as the Whitechapel Golem. Reid is quickly convinced that one of the boys from the Rabbi’s caravan is trying to return the horror he experienced to the community of Whitechapel. Castello insists Ratovski was brought in by one brother to try and heal the other. Moments later, Drake has a breakthrough and reveals Goluba was the world used for a dove. He insists Augustus Dove (Killian Scott) changed his last name and reinvented himself. Drake tasks Castello with following Augustus. At the pier, we see Nathaniel (Jonas Armstrong) find a dog. Next, Augustus and Rose (Charlene McKenna) stroll down the street. Augustus attempts to convince Rose to tell him about the evil deed committed by Reid and Drake. Rose spills the beans. Castello watches the couple from afar. Next, Jackson (Adam Rothenberg), Susan (MyAnna Buring), and Abel Croker (David Threlfall) examine their loot.

Croker tells Jackson to take his vase and trade it for money, before it is too late. Before Jackson leaves, he speaks with Croker in private and tells him to keep an eye on Nathaniel. He threatens him, if any harm comes to Susan. When Jackson departs, Croker gives a young boy a note and tells him to take it to the police station. Reid and Drake return to the station and learn about the burglary. Drake assigns the case to Frank Thatcher (Benjamin O’Mahony), before Drum steps in and insists there is something the pair needs to see. In the dead room, Drum reveals that the dead guards were killed in the same manner as Gower. Reid insists the wound is the sign of necessity, while the bite marks are those of pleasure. Drum and Thatcher are forced out, before Drake question Reid about Dove’s motives.

Back in the lobby, Croker’s boy delivers the note to Thatcher. The note squeals on the thief, who is getting ready to cash in on his efforts. Thatcher convinces Drum to tag along and capture the thief. They corner Jackson at the shop and take him into custody surprisingly easy. Jackson wakes up in the dead room, where he is hit a few times by Drake. Reid eventually gets a shot in as well. Despite Drake and Reid’s efforts, Jackson refuses to provide them with any helpful information. Reid attempts to convince Jackson to help them gain evidence against Dove. Jackson admits he only wishes he could. Drum enters seconds later and tells Drake that Castello is asked about her. Reid inspects Jackson’s cigarettes and quickly picks up on something. He tells Drum to inquire about the cigarettes and find out who is bringing them in.

Drake learns about Rose and Augustus. Reid comforts him and attempts to calm him down. He insists they need to bring Dove down, before telling Drake to head home. Drum tells Reid he has been able to find 3 potential shippers. He also admits the prison doctor inquired about the same several weeks ago. Reid pays a visit to Jackson and attempts to ask him about the cigarettes. Reid learns precisely where the cigarettes came from and what he’ll find when he heads there. As he departs, Jackson tells him to be careful, since there are all kinds of troubles there. Susan scours through the crates and is unable to find the rest of the vases, before Reid arrives and confronts her. She quickly comes to the realization that they were betrayed by Abel. During their conversation, Susan admits she was prepared to die, until she was allowed to get close to her son, Connor.

Before Reid can take Susan into custody, he is attacked by Nathaniel. Nathaniel prepares to kill Reid, but Reid slows him down, by talking about his childhood, his brother and his mother’s death. Susan also convinces Nathaniel to leave Reid alone. Reid attempts to persuade Nathaniel to say his brother’s name, but he rushes off. Drake confronts Rose and Dove, when they arrive home. Rose insists they didn’t do anything, but Drake bashes Dove a few times anyway. He also tells Dove that they’re coming for him. Reid transports Susan back to Leman Street, while the city’s residents throw food and waste in her direction. Drake walks down the road distraught, before seeing Susan. Susan is forced to give up her real name, Caitlin Swift, as she is booked into the jail by Drum.

Thatcher enters and tells Drake about the 50 policemen from A-Division, who have assembled at the Westminster Manor. In a carriage, Dove looks over the past justifiable homicides in Reid and Drake’s careers. He also reads a newspaper article about Theodore Swift (Ian McElhinney). He arrives at the manor and busts open the floor. Beneath, he discovers a corpse and a message written on the wall. It says, “Edmund Reid did this”. Reid and Drake learn that Dove has put out warrants for their arrest. Reid convinces Drake to fight and admits they’re going to need Susan and Jackson’s help. The pair release Jackson and collect Susan, before Reid collect the evidence from the dead room. The police begin to arrive outside. Thatcher and Drum agree to left the group go. They take a punch a piece and Jackson leads everyone outside with his gun.

Rose confronts the group outside. She argues with Susan, before giving her a slap in the face. She also threatens to kill Susan, if she ever sees her again. Drake speaks with Rose and asks her what happened to her, before the group makes their escape. Next, the group heads to the newspaper office. Reid speaks with Mathilda and tells her that she may hear things about him that he might not initially believe. He also insists he might have to go away for a while. She pleads with Reid to stay and he tells her to remain close to Drum, because he loves her. Castello is tasked with watching over Mathilda, before the group departs. Meanwhile, Drum speaks with Dove. He delivers him a note, which was provided by a young boy. Dove analyzes the note and rushes out. Croker guides Dove through the sewers to a location where Nathaniel is chained to a wall.

Abel tells Dove that Nathaniel needs to be put out of his misery. Initially, Dove is hesitant, but he eventually agrees. When Croker attempts to do the deed, Dove intervenes and stabs the old man. He soon releases his brother. During this time, Drake finds the wolf cloak, which has been worn by Nathaniel. Susan also agrees to show the men where they could potentially be hiding. She leads them down into the tunnels. Meanwhile, Augustus tells his brother to flee the city. Croker jumps into the conversation and insists Nathaniel is the teeth of the hurricane, the kraken waking. Dove admits he is, but he is also his brother. The pair rush off, before Drake and crew can arrive. They discover Abel, before separating. Drake makes his way to a dark corridor, where he is attacked by an unseen individual. He prompts the person to come out and fight.

Drake insists he is unafraid and has killed more men. Eventually, Nathaniel emerges and the pair fight. During the fight, Bennet stops and seems to give up hope. He insists there is no worse cruelty than the killing of love, before he prompts Nathaniel to feast on him. Nathaniel sinks his teeth into Drake’s neck and drops him to the ground, before making his escape. Reid and the others arrive to find Drake in a pool of blood. Reid attempts to stop the bleed and screams, as the episode concludes.

Ripper Street Finale Review

Wow! The Ripper Street Season 4 finale was undoubtedly spectacular. The unveiling of the evidence and the linking of Dove to Nathaniel were excellent. The episode, as the season’s previous, did a great job of resurrecting past seasons. Drake and Reid’s past deeds definitely came back to haunt them. The finale few scenes were intense, but unfortunately didn’t answer all questions.

The previous finales of Ripper Street were brave and different than anything else on television, because they wrapped everything up. This season’s finale took an American slant and left a cliffhanger. Although it was undoubtedly effective, I sincerely hope this isn’t a sign of things to come. Ripper Street needs to remain Ripper Street and not transform into something with mid-season finales and cheesy cliffhangers just to snag the viewer. Ripper Street isn’t The Walking Dead and doesn’t need such gimmicks.

Still, the ending was very effective and makes me want to watch the next episode as soon as it is released! All in all, a 9.5 out of 10 is deserved. Catch up with previous recaps of Ripper Street right now.

Cranford is a BBC period drama, which aired in 2007. The series takes place in the 1840s in a small town, which is unsurprisingly called Cranford. The series stars Judi Dench as Miss Matty Jenkyns, Julia McKenzie as Mrs Forrester, Imelda Staunton as Miss Pole and Lisa Dillon as Mary Smith. During the premiere episode, the women of Cranford are thrown into a tailspin, due to the arrival of a new doctor, Dr. Harrison (Simon Woods, Rome). Harrison arrives and immediately meets with the man he will soon replace, Dr. Morgan (John Bowe).

While the women quickly work to learn more about the doctor, Harrison is quickly thrown to the wolves. Local carpenter, Jem Hearne (Andrew Buchan, Broadchurch), winds up breaking his arm. He is rushed to the doctor. All the while, the bone remains protruding from his arm. Dr. Morgan and Harrison argue over the appropriate treatment for the wound. Despite Morgan’s desire to amputate, Harrison believes he can fulfill Hearne’s desire and help him save his arm. The maneuver is risky and the local townswomen get all the wrong ideas. One moment, they believe Hearne’s arm will be removed. The next, they’re convinced the doctor has failed and Hearne is dead.

Thankfully, Harrison manages to pull it off, with a little bit of assistance from the local women. Meanwhile, Harrison is introduced to Sophy Hutton (Kimberley Nixon). Harrison is quickly thrown head over hills for the woman. This becomes a recurring theme of the series, as Harrison consistently works to win Sophy’s heart and convince her father that he is good for her. Also, the youthful Harry Gregson (Alex Etel) is an integral aspect of the show. Harry is from a poor family and is forced to steal, in order to feed his siblings. Unfortunately, his father is caught redhanded. This puts Harry in direct contact with Mr Carter (Philip Glenister). Carter is surprisingly a caring man, who quickly takes Harry under his wing. The boy is already wise beyond his years and Carter begins providing his with instructions and teaching him to read.

There are plenty of interesting characters in Cranford and they come together to incite an array of emotions. Sure, the series delivers a lot of laughs and a few uplifting moments, but it is mainly bleak and depressing. The acting is wonderful and each of the actors and actresses deliver an excellent performance and help to make Cranford an enjoyable experience, despite the overall bleakness of the show. It could be said that Cranford borderlines on morbid and this will undoubtedly turn off a lot of viewers.

However, it delivers in the finale and finally offers a little happiness for some of the characters. All in all, Cranford is a good watch, although it takes a little while to get going. Stick with the series and it’ll begin to hook you in by the middle of the first episode. And of course, the finale is great, so the series is well worth the adventure. A 7.5 out of 10 is deserved.

There is no doubt that more and more individuals are interested in cutting the cord. In order to successfully do so, without losing entertainment value, consumers need to find a viable alternative. YIP TV hopes to fill the void that has been left by the cord cut. The service is undoubtedly attractive, thanks to its free membership, with an optional premium upgrade. Although the premium member is definitely loaded with extra, YIP has done a good job compiling a very generous free member. Below, you’ll learn all about the service, its benefits and whether or not it is worth the upgrade.

What Is Yip TV?

In order to find information regarding the company behind YipTV, I had to do a bit of searching around, since there was no YipTV wiki of any kind. The company was founded in 2012 and is based out of West Palm Beach, Florida. Michael Tribolet co-founded the company. Michael has been involved in a few other innovations as well, including magicJack and he was once President of Vonage America. By analyzing the company’s press releases, it is clear to see that they’ve worked diligently gaining access to new channels and just recently passed the 100 channel mark.

YipTV And T-Mobile

Those that are T-Mobile customers will benefit tremendously from the YipTV. This is the case, thanks to a remember partnership between the two companies. YipTV has joined the Binge On program from T-Mobile. This will allow T-Mobile customers, with the right plans, to watch all of YipTV’s offerings on their phone, without using their monthly data. With data caps and overly expensive data plans prevalent today, this is definitely appealing.

No Equipment And No Contracts

As with the mass majority of Internet TV providers, YipTV requires no equipment and no contracts. This will undoubtedly entice a lot of people to join and helps to save money. Also, the thought of being able to bail out at any point in time is very reassuring. Really, there isn’t much to lose knowing you can simply cut the cord once more.

YipTV Channels

Of course, the biggest factor of all will come down to the channel lineup. As mentioned above, the service now offers more than 100 channels and the team behind the company seems to be working diligently and consistently to add more. It cannot compete with Xfinity, DirectTV, or Dish at this time, but the service’s offerings may very well be enough to attract some, especially those that want to watch BeIN Sport and other international sports related content. Below, you’ll find a list of some of the channels offered by YipTV.

• BizTV, Destinos TV, FashionBox Live
• The Church Channel, TBN, Tele Vid
• Antena3, A 3 Series, Canal Tro, Canal Sur
• 360 Tune Box, AZ Clic, JUCE TV, Mi Gente TV, Docubox HD, Films on Reel
• HITN, Zoom, Lifedesign TV, FilmBox Art House, FilmBox Russia, Heroes HD
• El Financiero Bloomberg TV, Bloomberg TV, Canal Tiempo, CB24
• Euronews in 3 languages, Maya TV, Newsman, One America News, RT
• beIN Sports, Fantasy Sports Network AYM Sports
• TyC Sports, Sportskool, Fight Network, Lightbox HD
• Fix & Foxi, Smile of a Child, Madscreen Box

Although the service seems to accommodate those of Spanish descent, it offers a little bit of something for everyone. Personally, I have only heard of a number of these channels, but a few of them would be enticing enough to convince me to upgrade.

YiP Plans

The plans offered by YiP are very simplistic. You can either join for free and become a free member, or you can upgrade to the premium membership. Below, you’ll find a breakdown of the two different memberships.

• Free Membership – No charge. YiP can be watched on 2 devices. Offers 18 international channels and 9 free bonuses channels for your first seven days.
• Premium Membership – $14.99 a month, after promo ends. 100+ channels and you gain access to everything, including beIN Sports and Hola TV. Can be streamed on up to five devices.

The free member is truly fairly generous and well worth checking out. For the premium membership, you’ll still save money and it’ll be well worth it, if you find out that the channel lineup suits your liking.

Performance

In order for an IPTV or OTT television service to be worth your money, it needs to be fast. Lag and buffering isn’t going to cut it. During my time with Yip TV, I must admit that the service worked extremely well. The platform relies on Cloud based delivery and is provided by Akamai. The service is definitely great and doesn’t lag or buffer to the point of annoyance.

Availability

The YipTV is widely available and works seamlessly with an array of different devices, including Android phones and tablets. The service is now available with Chromecast, as well. And of course, it works on your computer, as well as iOS devices.

Overall Assessment

All in all, there is definitely a lot to like to about YipTV. The service’s performance was excellent, during my time with it, and the channel lineup is decent, although geared towards an international audience. Still, there are a few gems in there like Bloomberg, OAN, Fightbox and Fight Network. RT is a hoot, but it can be watched for free anyway.

The beIN Sport addition will certainly attract a lot of people. Is it worth $14 a month? Possibly so, if you like the channel lineup. We can only hope Yip continues to grow into the future.

As a big fan of Australian dramas, I consistently try to keep an eye on the country’s latest releases. Whether or not international viewers are aware of it, the Aussies have put out some amazing content as of late, including Anzac Girls, Glitch, Rake and Wentworth. The latest from the Seven Network comes in the form of a reincarnation of the classic Thelma & Louise. The new drama, Wanted, was written by Rebecca Gibney, who also plays one of the lead roles. Rebecca plays Lola Buckley, while her upscale counterpart, Chelsea Babbage, is played by Geraldine Hakewill.

The two women, who barely know one another, are thrown into an intense manhunt, which pits them against thugs, corrupt cops, and a sly hitman. The women are first taken hostage, by Chris Murphett (Ryan Corr). Gibney’s character, Lola Buckley, seems a little too wise for her own good, while Hakewill’s Chelsea Babbage remains naive and often becomes nothing more than baggage. Still, the women wind up bonding and developing a sort of mother/daughter relationship, while attempting to escape dirty cop, Ray Stanton (Nicholas Bell), and his unwitting accomplish, Josh Levine (Stephen Peacocke).

When Ray is unable to track the women down and recover a large lump sum of money, he enlists the assistance of his over loyal hitman, Boke (Mirko Grillini). Throughout the women’s journey, more and more about their pasts begin to unravel. Lola Buckley isn’t some simple cashier and Chelsea surprisingly has troubles of her own. And despite their incompetency at times, the duo manage to overcome quite a few harrowing situations. During their adventure, Josh Levine begins his own investigation and works against Ray Stanton, despite still trusting his comrade.

So how is the show? Well, there is plenty to like about Wanted. The duo of Chelsea and Lola are dynamic and definitely make for many interesting scenarios. They bring a lot of humor and help to keep the show interesting. However, there are lots of bleak moments as well. The show does an excellent job of mixing up the emotions and drawing in the viewer. Unfortunately, the show has many, many flaws. The most notable are undoubtedly the plot holes.

Boke’s role is undeniably cheesy. The character is simply too wise and capable to be realistic. One moment, he’ll find himself struggling to find his next lead. The next, he’ll be right behind out starlets. Things happen randomly to some degree.

Still, the show isn’t terrible. In fact, it is pretty good. Would I watch a 2nd season? Maybe. It is good, not great, but at just 6 episodes, it worth a watch. The series deserves a 7 out of 10.

The magnificent Indian Summers has returned and this season begins three years, after the previous. It is March of 1935 and tension is rising throughout the subcontinent, while the British government works on a new deal for India. Indians are shown celebrating in the streets. Aafrin (Nikesh Patel) is shown typing something on a typewriter. We see that Aafrin has a new lady friend, Kaira (Sugandha Garg). She tells him to remain quiet and that one would to anyone would likely result in the couple being hung. The pair admit they’re willing to give up anything for their current cause. While Aafrin continues pounding away, a group of children rush through the streets and cross some police barriers. They’re chased by the authorities, as one of the boys grabs a grenade from his bag and tosses it into the vehicle of the Viceroy, Lord Willingdon (Patrick Malahide).

Aafrin finishes his paper, which is headlined with “A Strike For Freedom”. The grenade does not explode. Next, Ralph enters the Viceroy’s room and discovers him laid out on the bed. It seems the man has suffered from a heart attack. Ralph immediately discusses the situation with Ronnie Keane (Rick Warden) and attempts to contemplate a motive for the attack. Ronnie admits the grenade had nothing in it and considers it nothing more than a prank, yet Ralph admits the timing is far too coincidental. He insists the move is a way for the Indians to declare their rejection for the new British bill. During this time, Aafrin takes the document to the printing press, hands it over and pays a small sum of money. On the way out, he runs into the business’ owner.

Next, Aafrin returns to the office, where he gets a visit from his sister, Sooni (Aysha Kala). They speak about Aafrin’s recent trip to Bengal and Sooni pesters her brother. During their conversation, Aafrin contemplates telling Sooni his secret, but he stops himself and doesn’t. Afterwards, Cynthia (Julie Walters) chats with Ralph (Henry Lloyd-Hughes) about the Lord’s heart attack. Cynthia insists the event could give Ralph his chance to become the Viceroy. Ralph agrees he’ll think about it. The pair head to a private room, where Cynthia gives Ralph a key and tells him to hide it with his life. She admits it’ll give him access to a very discreet room. Next, Aafrin visits the Whelan home. While there, he meets with Alice’s husband, Charlie Havistock (Blake Ritson).

Alice emerges and Charlie confirms Alice’s new surname as Havistock. Charlie reveals he got a job at the Imperial Bank, which is his reason for visiting the area. Ralph emerges moments later with his new wife, Madeleine Mathers (Olivia Grant). The duo catch up, before Ralph receives a note from Naseem Ali Khan (Tanmay Dhanania). Ralph hands the note to Aafrin and admits someone is trying to hurt them. The note is the one Aafrin was writing earlier in the episode. Ralph enlists Aafrin’s help tracking down the one responsible. Before Aafrin can leave, he chats with Alice in private, before she is called away by her husband. Next, Ralph pays a visit to Khan and shows him the grenade. He also asks for Khan’s help finding the responsible party. Aafrin returns to his Independence Party allies and releases the boy, who was responsible for the grenade.

Despite the pleas from Naresh (Arjun Mathur) and the others, Aafrin lets the boy go and run free. Aafrin tells Kaira that Ralph and the others are going to interview the people at the printing press. He also tells her about running into the man on his way outside. Aafrin is clearly scared and asks for help. Next, Khan and Ralph speak with the people at the printing press. The owner tells them that it was an Indian man, who was neither Muslim or Hindu. Meanwhile, Aafrin and Naresh bury some dynamite. Naresh reveals his desire to blowup the Ogre House and insists Aafrin is the key to the plan. Aafrin refuses to help and angrily attacks his new friend, after he threatens Aafrin’s father, Darius (Roshan Seth). Naresh insists they’re at war and are going to kill the Viceroy. He again threatens Aafrin’s family and insists they’ll be safe, as long as he plays his part. At home, Darius and Roshana (Lillete Dubey) chat about Aafrin and his 2-year stay in Bengal.

Darius goes through Aafrin’s belongings and discovers his drawings of Alice. Next, Ralph and Aafrin chat. Ralph notices Aafrin’s dirty shoes and asks him about them, before accusing Aafrin of distributing the pamphlet. He also reveals Charlie took Aafrin for a thief. Ralph depart quickly, without saying anything else. We jump to the school and see Sarah (Fiona Glascott) mentoring the children. She does so, until Douglas (Craig Parkinson) arrives and sends the kids away. He tells Sarah that they said goodbye to Adam this morning. Sarah insists they’ll find good homes for all of the kids. Douglas admits he is connected to the school and that it will not be easy to let it go. Aafrin returns to his office and finds Keane and the printing press boss watching him from afar. Ralph tells Madeleine about Cynthia’s recommendation to send the Viceroy home and claim the spot. Ralph contemplates whether or not he is truly ready and if the people are ready for him.

Bhupinder (Ash Nair) interrupts moments later and gives Ralph a note from Keane. Ralph rushes off seconds later and pays a visit to Aafrin. Ralph tells Aafrin that he has the criminal and will arrest him tonight. Meanwhile, Kaiser (Indi Nadarajah) and Cynthia chat about the Viceroy’s condition. Cynthia admits she wouldn’t have left it to chance and would’ve taken him in his bathtub. Ralph pays a visit to Cynthia’s discreet room and makes contact with Kaira. He asks her about the man in the printers and gives her Aafrin’s name. We do not hear her answer. Next, we jump to the club, where Cynthia official opens the new member’s library. Aafrin rushes back to Kaira. At this point, he is freaking out badly. He takes a cyanide pill from her and sticks it in his pocket. Afterwards, Ralph speaks with the Viceroy about the incident.

The Viceroy admits he questioned whether or not it was his time to go. Ralph reveals that a defining season is ahead, with the passage of the bill. He tells Viceroy that he needs to stay firm, since it is his time to shine. Aafrin arrives at the club, before Ralph and the Viceroy do the same. Cynthia is not happy with the Viceroy’s arrival and the fact that he seems to be in good health. Aafrin heads to the balcony and watches Charlie and Alice from afar. Charlie forces Alice to drink alcohol, until she drops and breaks the glass. Then, Charlie picks up Perky and tells him to ignore his mother, since she is drunk again. Charlie insists they need to pretend not to know her. Darius interrupts Aafrin and tells him his mother is looking for him. Aafrin prepares to tell his father about the danger ahead, but doesn’t. Darius catches a glimpse of Alice.

A few hours pass and Aafrin prepares to leave. He runs into Alice on his way out and they argue about Aafrin departure and Alice’s marriage. Alice admits he has been lying about her husband to everyone and actually married him, when she was just 17. After a brief argument, the pair kiss. Kaiser watches the couple from a distance. After the kiss ends, Alice tells Aafrin he must now go to hell. Aafrin returns inside and Ralph tells him that the printing press man attempted to place the blame on him earlier. Ralph admits they were able to discover the truth and are currently working to flush out the perpetrator. We jump back to Naresh and watch him run from a group of armed men. He is shot, as he attempts to run away. Kaiser takes his newfound information to Cynthia and the episode comes to an end.

Indian Summers S2 E1 Review

Well, it is definitely nice to see Indian Summers return. The first season was brilliant and left me wanting more. The first episode of the second season might’ve jumped ahead a few years, but it wasted no time getting into the action. We also see that Aafrin has embraced his position with the Independence Party and wastes no time getting in over his head.

Although he managed to escape this time, he likely has more trouble ahead. Cynthia now has her sights set on Aafrin and Alice. She may prove to be a much more formidable nemesis. All in all, the episode was a good setup for the season and already has me hooked back into the Indian drama. An 8 out of 10 is deserved. Be sure to catch up with previous recaps of Indian Summers right now!

When the second episode of Indian Summers’ 2nd season begins, we see Aafrin (Nikesh Patel) rush into the room, where Naresh (Arjun Mathur) is recovering from his gunshot wound. Aafrin and Kaira (Sugandha Garg) argue back and forth regarding the possibility of seeking medical assistance for Naresh. Despite Kaira’s concerns and contempt for Naresh, Aafrin remains adamant that they must help their comrade. Next, Aafrin and Ralph (Henry Lloyd-Hughes) team up with the authorities to hunt for their suspect. During their search, they stumble across Leena (Amber Rose Revah), who seems to have been sleeping in the woods. Back in town, Lord Hawthorne (James Fleet) arrives and meets with Lord Willingdon (Patrick Malahide) and Ralph.

Ralph learns about Hawthorne’s true intentions and immediately discusses them with Madeleine (Olivia Grant). They discuss Hawthorne’s desire to become the next Viceroy and neither is happy with the arrangement. Next, Kaiser (India Nadarajah) and Cynthia (Julie Walters) chat about Alice (Jemima West) and Aafrin’s relationship. Kaiser remains adamant that he saw what he saw and refuses to say otherwise. Back at the mansion, Bhupinder (Ash Nair) alerts Alice that someone is waiting for her outside. Alice hurries along outside and reunites with her old friend Leena. Alice escorts her inside, where she immediately spots and hugs Adam (Dillon Mitra). Madeleine notices this and is quickly growing suspicious of the relationship between Ralph and Adam.

Afterwards, Aafrin has a run in with Naresh, who threatens him with a knife and demands he get evidence regarding whoever turned him in. Back at the mansion, Adam, Ralph and Alice share a drink. Madeleine once again notices the interactions between Ralph and Adam. Her suspicions begin to compound. Aafrin meets up with Kaira attempts asks her about the informant. She refuses to provide him with any information and insists he should follow Naresh’s commands and steal the evidence. Ralph pays a visit to Cynthia and attempts to gain reassurance that he’ll be able to become the Viceroy. Cynthia gives him a pep talk and tells him to man up. Charlie pays one of the mansion’s maids to track Alice’s movements. He learns that she has traveled to the school with Leena.

We jump to the school and witness the confrontation between Leena, Sarah (Fiona Glascott) and Douglas (Craig Parkinson). Alice reveals that Leena will be teaching Percy (Caleb Allen) for the time being, while Sarah admits the family wants to leave and return home. It is clearly obvious Doug still has feelings for Leena. Aafrin provides Ralph with information regarding Naresh. Ralph simply jokes about the terrorist and instructs Aafrin to put the paperwork in his office. Aafrin tries to do so, but it stopped by the new head clerk. Back outside, the Viceroy and Hawthorne discuss the new Indian act. Hawthorne admits Churchill was apoplectic. Ralph details his plan for reforming the country and providing something that can resemble real change. Hawthorne tells Ralph that delivering that type of message would most certainly get the messenger shot.

Next, Aafrin manages to slip into Ralph’s office and steal evidence regarding the informant. He immediately returns to Kaira and confronts her with the paperwork. She admits she has been working with Ralph for many years and reveals she has done so to protect her son. Despite Kaira’s pleas, Aafrin insists he has to give Naresh something. With that, Aafrin comes up with a plan to help Kaira escape the area. Back at the mansion, Ralph bums money from Charlie (Blake Ritson). They next run into Alice. Charlie immediately belittles his wife, before cutting off a strand of her hair and revealing he’ll put in a locket. Alice and Charlie do not seem impressed with the idea. Next, Cynthia arrives downstairs. Cynthia takes Alice outside and confronts her about Aafrin. Cynthia tells her not to bring down her brother with her affair. She also attempts to pressure Alice into leaving as soon as possible.

Next, Aafrin helps Kaira cross through the guard check point and leave the leave. At the Dalal household, Daris (Roshan Seth), Roshana (Lillete Dubey), and Sooni (Aysha Kala) have lunch with friends. Sooni is introduced to Boman Harish (Zaqi Ismail). Their friendly lunch quickly turns into an argument, as usual. Meanwhile, Aafrin joins the others at lunch. Ralph encourages everyone to eat up, before Leena walks by and attracts the attention of Hawthorne. Alice tells Ralph about her intention to let Leena teach Percy. Hawthorne makes Leena the butt end of a joke, before chatting with her outside in private. Aafrin receives a note that his father has gotten ill. He is forced to leave the mansion and return home quickly. Cynthia chats with Leena outside and tells her that her reputation has been ruined, due to her relationship with Doug. Cynthia tells Leena not to abuse Ralph’s trust and Leena agrees to keep Adam a secret.

Aafrin rushes home and finds his father sleeping, before he is caught off guard by a visit from Naresh. Naresh introduces himself and quickly sends Aafrin after the document. Back at the mansion, Alice plays the piano, while Charlie sings. When Alice makes a mistake, Charlie ridicules her in front of the others. This continues, until Ralph stops Charlie and escorts Alice outside. Alice tells her brother that she must return home. Ralph is adamant that he won’t allow it and confirms he spends many days wanting to kill Charlie. After Ralph escorts Alice back inside, his wife stops him and pulls him aside. During their conversation, Ralph explodes and tells Madeleine that Adam is indeed his son. She asks Ralph, if he forgot to mention it over the past 3 years. Their conversation is quickly interrupted by Hawthorne, who wishes to know more about Ralph’s father.

Naresh takes Aafrin back to the camp and attempts to get him to spill the beans on Kaira. Aafrin doesn’t, but it is too late anyway. Naresh releases Kaira from his prison and holds her at gun point. Back at the mansion, Ralph and Hawthorne chat about the British government’s plan for India. Hawthorne admits he is there for Ralph. Ralph admits he wants the job to fulfill his dying father’s wish. When asked if he supports the bill, Ralph agrees he does, but he wonders if there was more he could do. He admits he would like to place India on the same level as Canada and Australia. Despite Hawthorne’s concerns, Ralph agrees he’d rather try and go down in history as a clown than to not try at all. Naresh takes Aafrin and Kaira to a riverbank, where he interrogates the pair.

Aafrin attempts to convince Naresh that he fabricated the documents and that there is no Black Kite. Naresh seems to believe it, but quickly turns the gun on Kaira and fires. He tells Aafrin that Black Kite was the codename he used for her too, as the episode ends.

Indian Summers S2 E2 Review

Again, Indian Summers seems to be holding nothing back this season. Aafrin has undoubtedly gotten himself in over his head, by working with Naresh and the Independence Party. Kaira is now dead and Aafrin’s family could be at risk. Of course, he is not the only one, who is facing troubles. Ralph has found himself in hot water with his wife. And Alice’s dilemma is far worse. Charlie is a relentless a-hole and he isn’t going anywhere soon.

All in all, the episode was great and very intense. An 8 out of 10 is deserved. Be sure to catch up with previous recaps of Indian Summers right now!

When the 3rd episode begins, we see Naresh dispose of Kaira’s body, while on horseback. Aafrin (Nikesh Patel) types a note and gives it to a young boy to deliver to the Private Secretary. We next see that Sirene (Rachel Griffiths) and the Maharajah of Patiana (Art Malik) have arrived in town. Sirene questions, whether or not the locals will remember her. Back at the mansion, Lord Willingdon (Patrick Malahide) and Ralph (Henry Lloyd-Hughes) discuss the Maharajah’s arrival and the fact he’ll be staying for 2 days. Willingdon admits he has influence and they need to win him over, so he’ll support the bill. Meanwhile, Aafrin’s errand boy delivers the note, which quickly makes it to Ralph. However, he passes it along and doesn’t even look at it. Back at the Dalal house, Aafrin shares breakfast with the family, before giving Sooni (Aysha Kala) his shoes to take to the cobblers for repairs. Aafrin heads to the mansion and witnesses the arrival of the Maharajah.

During the dinner, Ralph and Willingdon face a lot of backlash from Patel (Siddharth Kumar). After taking their lashing, they regroup with Lord Hawthorne (James Fleet) and attempts to formulate a new plan of action. Ralph brings up the Maharajah’s love for cricket and contemplates putting together a friendly game. Next, Sooni runs into Naseem Ali Khan (Tanmay Dhanania) on the streets. They quickly argue about the death of Kaira and Khan’s lack of coverage. Their argument continues for a brief period of time, before they agree to investigate together. Back at the mansion, Madeleine (Olivia Grant) tells Ralph that there may be a price for his fondness of Adam (Dillon Mitra). During this time, Alice (Jemima West) manages to escape the watchful eye of her husband longer enough to warn Aafrin that they’ve been caught by Cynthia (Julie Walters).

Ralph interrupts and escorts Aafrin to his private room. There, Ralph questions Aafrin about the note and contemplates his options. Aafrin insists it might be a joke, but they should check it out regardless. Aafrin is also enlisted to be the umpire for the upcoming cricket game. Sooni and Khan meet up with Ian McLeod (Alexander Cobb). Ian thanks Sooni for giving him hope in the past. Ian also admits he allowed Naresh to spend time at his place and also admits to knowing Kaira. He reveals that Naresh stole his horse and disappeared. Ian and Sooni immediately agree that something fishy is going on behind the scenes and they both point the finger at the British.

They also discuss Jaya’s murder and the execution of Ramu Sood. Afterwards, they return to Ian’s place and enjoy some of his tea. Khan is forced to depart, while Ian and Sooni continue the investigation on their own. Next, Douglas (Craig Parkinson) bids farewell to his wife, Sarah (Fiona Glascott), who refuses to leave the school to attend the cricket game. Instead, she insists she needs to remain behind and wait for her doctor. Back at the mansion, Ralph and Willingdon agree to allow the Maharajah and Patel to be on the same team. Next, Sarah gets a visit from Naresh, who pretends to be a colleague of the doctor. Despite briefly denying him the opportunity, Sarah eventually allows Naresh to inspect her. She heads inside into her room and Naresh leaves her waiting.

Ian and Sooni chat with one of Ian’s employees. They learn about her hearing a shot nearby. Meanwhile, Sirene and Madeleine chat at the cricket game. Madeleine convinces Sirene to help them swing Maharajah into Ralph’s favor. Meanwhile, the authorities begin searching the cave for the bomb. Ian and Sooni investigate Kaira’s murder scene, while Aafrin helps the Maharajah’s team, by making a wrong call. Ralph thanks him for his assistance. Ian and Sooni are unable to find anything, aside from the heel of a shoe. Cynthia and the other girls chat about Sirene at the club. They chat about her old squeaking accent. Moments into the conversation, Aafrin enters and pulls Cynthia aside. He tells her he isn’t afraid of her and explains that Alice would be killed, if Charlie (Blake Ritson) found out about the affair.

On the ride back home, Sooni discovers that the heel from the murder scene matches that of Aafrin’s shoe. Next, we jump back to the mansion and witness Charlie belittling Alice relentless. Aafrin eventually interrupts and makes small talk, before rushing off. Cynthia notices the conversation and seems to turn on Charlie. Aafrin speaks with his father, Darius (Roshan Seth) outside. Darius almost convinces Aafrin to tell him what is wrong, but his son doesn’t fully commit and admits he cannot talk about it. Next, Cynthia chats with Alice in private. She admits she now sympathizes with her. Cynthia promises to take care of the situation. Ralph joins them moments later and comforts his sister. He also praises Aafrin for his loyalty.

Ralph learns that the search team were unable to find a bomb. Doug returns home and learns about Sarah’s strange visit. The cricket game resumes and Ralph takes matters into his own hands. He goes against Willingdon’s desires and wins the game for his team. Surprisingly, the decision seems to win him respect from the Maharajah. He tells Aafrin about the false bomb alert. Next, the Maharajah tells his wife to get close to the Whelan family, but promise them nothing. Next, Alice speaks with Cynthia, who reminiscences about her abuse husband. She also provides Alice with a key to her private room, so she can meet Aafrin in private. Back at the school, Sarah and Doug speak about the future and Sarah admits she will miss the place. We’re taken into the school and see the box full of explosives sitting inside. At the end of the episode, Alice and Aafrin meet up in the private room and console one another.

Indian Summers Review

The 3rd episode of Indian Summers was excellent. The return of Ian McLeod was well received and it appears he will undoubtedly become a major factor in the season. Charlie continues to be an a-hole, yet he manages to keep things interesting with his devious behavior. Now that Sooni has a hunch about Aafrin’s knowledge of Kaira’s murder, Aafrin will be forced to confess to someone instead of holding it in like he has all season.

How will his sister handle the news? She’s never been one to sit idly by and do nothing. All in all, a great episode, which deserves an 8.5 out of 10. Be sure to catch up with previous recaps of Indian Summers right now!

When the episode begins, we see Alice and Aafrin finishing up their private session. During this time, we see riots on the streets. After Aafrin tells Alice (Jemima West) about Karia, they finish. Aafrin heads out and runs into his sister, Sooni (Aysha Kala). She quickly accuses him of being involved in Kaira’s death and presents the shoe heel as evidence. Despite causing a disturbance, Aafrin refuses to admit have knowledge about the woman’s murder. Back at the mansion, Alice, Charlie (Blake Ritson) and Lord Hawthorne (James Fleet) chat about Leena. Hawthorne reveals he plans on taking Leena (Amber Rose Revah) back home with him, when he returns. After we see Cynthia (Julie Walters) and Kaiser talk about the upcoming fashion event, Hawthorne tells Ralph he is more than willing to support him and would do so, even if it hurt his reputation.

They meet up with Cynthia moments later and share a glass of whiskey. Hawthorne confirms that the Maharajah is on board and he will be returning home very soon. After Hawthorne departs, Ralph confides in Cynthia that Madeleine (Olivia Grant) believes she can convince Sirene (Rachel Griffiths) to get the Maharajah to do anything she wants. Cynthia is not happy or impressed. Moments later, we jump to Madeleine and Sirene. They chat about their significant others and Ralph’s future. Sirene gives her new friend a kiss, before she leaves. Sooni meets up with Naseem Ali Khan (Tanmay Dhanania) at the printers. Sooni tells him she has a story for the newspaper. Next, Charlie speaks with his spy, Sumitra. She provides him with the information that he desires in exchange for a gift. Back at the club, Madeleine informs Ralph that the Maharajah will be coming to the event.

Madeleine and Ralph attempt to convince Cynthia to join the fashion show. Next, Alice receives a visit from Charlie’s spy and learns that she has been spied on all this time. Next, Sooni meets up with Ian McLeod (Alexander Cobb) at his farm. They head inside and find two women preparing witness portraits of the two men, who were last seen with Kaira. Sooni freaks out, when she discovers that one of the men is Aafrin. She takes the drawing and makes a swift exit. Back at the mansion, Charlie tells Alice about his frustrations for his housemates. Aafrin and Sooni meet up at the murder scene and Aafrin finally confesses. Although he thought his sister would support his actions, she does not. Back at the club, Cynthia learns that the Maharajah isn’t coming.

Cynthia quickly pays a visit to Sirene and the two women argue. Cynthia tells Sirene that the Maharajah will drop here before too long. Sooni returns to the printers and tells Ian and Khan to stop the store. She admits she spoke to Aafrin and he told her about an ongoing investigation into the murder. Ian doesn’t buy it and follows her out onto the streets. There, Sooni tells him the truth and Ian agrees not to tell anyone about Aafrin’s involvement. Sooni returns home and burns the picture of Aafrin. Next, Bhupinder (Ash Nair) speaks with Ralph and tells him that he cannot stand behind in the same house with Adam (Dillon Mitra), since it reminds him of Jaya. Ralph blows him off and departs with Adam. Bhupinder returns home and tears his book into pieces. Aafrin arrives at the club and learns about the Maharajah.

Next, the fashion show is nearing its beginnings. Ralph confronts Madeleine in the dressing up and belittles her for his inability to convince the Maharajah. Despite the argument, she takes to the stage and struts her stuff. Then, Leena does the same and Hawthorne is unable to take his eyes off of her. Aafrin enters, before Alice leaves her husband. She disappears and eventually takes to the stage in a black dress. Afterwards, Ralph meets up with Sirene outside. Ralph attempts to convince Sirene to give him secrets about her prince. Once thing leads to another and they wind up having sex. During this time, Hawthorne pays a visit to Leena and he continues pressing himself on her. Despite her pleas, she continues forcing his will.

Back at the club, Alice asks Aafrin about his lady friend and he provides her with additional details. Charlie interrupts angrily, before a scream is heard outside. Everyone rushes outside and finds Hawthorne rushing around on fire. Aafrin and Ralph manage to put him outside, before he is rushed to the hospital. Leena is taken to the police station and questioned. She admits to the crime and remains adamant that Hawthorne wouldn’t take no for an answer. Ralph speaks with Aafrin at the mansion and tells him that Naresh and 40 some others were killed during the riots. Ralph attempts to convince Aafrin that the casualties would’ve been much higher had they not intervened. Aafrin leaves happily, while we see a flashback of Alice receiving a black dress, as a gift from a friend. Aafrin also tells Alice about Kaira and admits he loved her. However, he tells Alice he always loved her as well.

Ralph pays a visit to Hawthorne and learns about the incident. Hawthorne reveals that it wasn’t Leena. Instead, he insists a man entered with a young boy and the boy was responsible for his current condition. Ralph quickly puts two and two together and concludes that Adam was responsible for the crime. During this time, we see Douglas packing up his belongings and preparing to leave. Adam arrives and shows him burns on the tops of his hands.

Indian Summers Review

The 4th episode of Indian Summers was the best of the season. There was a lot to like, including the fashion show, the confrontation between Aafrin and Sooni, and the final twist. The final revelation was excellent and will definitely setup many interesting scenarios for the future. The season is really coming together and unfolding rapidly. Despite many side stories being crammed together into the season, each is coherent and easy to follow.

The episode deserves a 9 out of 10. Be sure to catch up with previous Indian Summers recaps right now.

When Hide and Seek begins, Leena (Amber Rose Revah) is show biding her time in a cold jail cell. Madeleine (Olivia Grant) plays hide and seek with the kids at the mansion, while Ralph (Henry Lloyd Hughes) discusses the situation with Douglas. They agree to get Adam (Dillon Mitra) out of the city, so they can protect him from prosecution. Bhupinder (Ash Nair) is tasked with escorting Adam and Douglas out of the area. Douglas expresses his concerns with the arrangement and attempts to protect Leena, but Ralph insists she needs to cooperate for the sake of herself and Adam. Seconds later, Rowntree (Guy Williams) interrupts and asks about Adam’s location. Ralph agrees to bring him to the station later and Rowntree makes his exit. Next, Cynthia (Julie Walters) and Kaiser pay a visit to Hawthorne, who instantly asks about the houseboy.

The pair provide Hawthorne with lotion filled with vinegar. He screams loudly, as they make their exit. Meanwhile, Ralph hangs out with Adam and tells the boy about his father and mother. Ralph shows him half of a picture of his mom and admits he forgot about having it. Next, Aafrin (Nikesh Patel) and Alice (Jemima West) play together once again in the private room. They’re interrupted by an earthquake. Alice is forced to rush back to the mansion, in order to avoid being caught by her husband. Ralph immediately figures it out and congratulates Alice on her decision. Aafrin returns home and encounters his sister. After a brief argument, Sooni (Aysha Kala) learns about the death of Naresh. Aafrin heads outside and is confronted by his father. Darius (Roshan Seth) shows Aafrin his drawing of Alice and tells him the decision is a bad idea. Despite his father’s concerns, Aafrin is adamant that he will not give up his new girlfriend. The earthquake prevents Douglas from escaping the city with Adam, so they’re forced to return back to the mansion.

Ralph quickly forms a plan to keep the boy safe. Meanwhile, Charlie (Blake Ritson) gives Percy a terrible haircut. Alice is furious, when she notices his new style. She confronts Charlie in the dinning room and smashes a plate over his head, before being ordered upstairs. She obeys and is forced to get down on the ground. Charlie prepares to whip her with his belt, but Alice manages to say the right things and talk him out of it. Charlie leaves her, locks the door and tells the maid to keep it locked. Next, Khan (Tanmay Dhanania) meets with Sooni on the streets. After being belittled by her, Khan grabs a broom and helps her clean up the mess caused by the quake. Douglas transports Adam to Madeleine and Bhupinder. As soon as they’re left alone, Bhupinder chats with Adam and convinces him that Leena is in big trouble and it is all his fault. Finally, Ralph releases his sister. When the door flings open, Alice walks outside wearing her black dress and a big smile. Ralph receives a phone call from Rowntree, while we see Adam entering the police station.

Douglas speaks with Leena and attempts to convince her to tell the truth. She refuses and admits she’ll be better off being transported back to London and spending 10 years in prison, as long as Adam remains free. Madeleine and Ralph arrive at the police station and learn about Adam’s confession. They’re given the opportunity to speak with the boy and immediately do so. Ralph tries to convince his son to lie about the situation, so he can avoid further trouble. Next, Charlie rushes over to the club, after discovering Alice missing. He takes her outside and tries to make a fool out of her in front of everyone. Ralph interrupts and the pair square off in front of everyone. Charlie seems to imply that Ralph won’t be the head of the household for long, before he departs with Alice in tow. Next, Cynthia discovers Ian (Alexander Cobb) at the fundraiser. She confronts him and immediately tries to convince him to leave.

Ian admits he has donated and that Cynthia is currently drinking his tea. She rushes off in disgust, while calling for Kaiser. Afterwards, Ralph and Cynthia speak with Hawthorne. They attempt to encourage him to drop the charges against Adam, while insisting failing to do so could potentially ruin his reputation. Khan arrives at the fundraiser and is immediately ridiculed by Sooni and Ian. He rushes off when Lord Willingdon (Patrick Malahide) begins to speak. Cynthia and Ralph look on, while Cynthia insults the Viceroy from afar. Ralph tells Cynthia about Alice having a young male friend and Cynthia confesses she knew. She tells Ralph that the man is a local solider. Meanwhile, Cynthia visits Hawthorne alone. She tells him he has bitten off more than he can chew and gives him a tease, while insisting it is time to leave. The next day, Hawthorne agree to leave and support Ralph.

Next, we see that Naresh isn’t dead at all. At the mansion, Ralph has a breakthrough and finally figures out where the missing part of his mother’s picture can be discovered. We also see Leena being transported out of town, with Adam chasing after the transport vehicle. Naresh immediately visits Aafrin’s house and chats with his father once more. Naresh tells his comrade that it is now time to light the fuse. At the mansion, Ralph visits Cynthia’s room and discovers the missing piece of the photo. When pieced together, it shows Ralph’s mother with Cynthia’s husband, Reggie. Cynthia confesses that Reggie was Ralph’s father. Ralph smacks her down and rushes out, while Cynthia admits Reggie would’ve been proud of his son.

Indian Summers Recap

The 5th episode of Indian Summers really brought the emotions and showed us exactly how far Ralph and Leena will go to protect Adam. Cynthia once again took control and saved Ralph from potentially being ruined, by Hawthorne. It was almost certain Naresh wasn’t dead and would be back sometime this season and he is. How far will he push Aafrin this time?

It is beginning to feel like Aafrin will be forced to do something he previous said he would never do and kill Naresh. Only time will tell, so we’ll have to wait and see how things play out. An 8 out of 10 is deserved. Catch up with previous recaps of Indian Summers right now.

When a Gift for the King begins, we jumped back three weeks and see the devastating riots of Karachi. We jump back and forth between riot scenes and Aafrin scanning through records regarding the death of Naresh (Arjun Mathur). Aafrin concludes that Naresh planted his paperwork on a dead man’s body to fake his own death. Next, Douglas (Craig Parkinson) says goodbye to one of the youngsters, Chota Matthew (Kabir Raj Singh Singh Randhawa) at the school. Douglas tells the boy that he’ll only be gone for a few hours, before departing. At the mansion, Viceroy Wilingdon (Patrick Malahide) and Ralph (Henry Lloyd-Hughes) curse the upcoming King’s Silver Jubliee, while citizens begin piling in. Wilingdon confirms his speech is almost finished, before rushing off. Outside, Aafrin (Nikesh Patel) speaks with Ronnie Keane (Rick Warden) and tells him he wants a few people granted clearance for the event. Keane tells him how to achieve his goal.

Aafrin speaks with the man in charge and gets his guests access to the party. Meanwhile, Ian McLeod (Alexander Cobb) and Sooni (Aysha Kala) watch the locals and discuss their disgust for their behavior. When asked, Sooni confirms she will be attending the local protect. Aafrin pays a visit to his private room and encounters Naresh. He gives him his clearance and also tells him he can wear one of his old suits. Aafrin manages to convince Naresh to tell him where the bomb is hidden. Next, Aafrin runs into his sister and tells her to stay at home, during the festival. During this time, we see Chota playing around with his wagon. Naresh watches on from around the corner. Madeleine (Olivia Grant) and Alice (Jemima West) visit the border and wait for the Maharajah’s arrival. Unfortunately, he doesn’t show, but he does send along a gift. Back at the mansion, Ralph attempts to provide the Viceroy with tips for his speech, before Aafrin interrupts.

Aafrin tells Ralph about his suspicion that Naresh is still alive and also provides him with information regarding the bomb’s location. Aafrin refuses to tell Ralph where or how he is acquiring the information, but Ralph agrees to look into it nonetheless. The police quickly rush over to Ian’s farm and search for the bomb. They’re unable to find anything of note. However, Naresh watches on from a distance and immediately knows he has been betrayed. He immediately heads to the school and retrieves the bomb, before being spotted by Chota. Naresh attempts to convince the boy that he will never be able to find a family. During this time, Aafrin returns to Ralph and learns that a bomb has not been found. In order to convince Ralph to continue searching for the bomb, Aafrin shows him pictures of Naresh and confirms the dead man wasn’t Naresh. Aafrin is also forced to expose his relationship with Kaira.

Aafrin is confronted by Alice on the way out. He admits he’ll be fine, but he remains concerned for Alice’s safety and tells her to stay away from the party. Charlie watches their interaction from a distance. Next, Ronnie speaks with Cynthia (Julie Walters). After he departs, she looks at the picture of her husband and Ralph’s mother. Meanwhile, Ralph unveils the gift from Maharajah, which turns out to be a sculpture of the man. Wilingdon makes his speech, while everyone listens on. Aafrin tells Ralph that he is scheduled to meet with Naresh in an hour. Ralph agrees to get the authorities to help. During this time, Naresh instructs Chota how to transport and blow the bomb at precisely 4. Aafrin’s father prepares to head to the party, while Sooni manages to escape to the protest. Once she arrives, she is confronted by Naresh, who slices her with a knife. She manages to fight his off and Ian arrives just in time to give chase.

Naresh is stopped by Ian and taken into custody. On the way into the police station, he is given cyanide, which he takes as soon as he enters his cell. Ralph enters and attempts to gain information from Naresh, but it is too late. He simply says Aafrin’s name and dies. Back at the Dalal home, Sooni recovers, while her parents praise Ian for his help. However, he admits Sooni did everything herself. Aafrin’s father heads outside and tells Alice to leave his son alone, since he thinks their relationship could be killing him. Aafrin returns to the mansion and learns about Naresh from Ralph. He is also confronted with the truth and Aafrin finally comes clean. He admits to working behind Ralph’s back and confesses he did so, due to Ramu Sood. However, Aafrin still insists Ralph is his friend and that he needs to pull himself together. Aafrin pleads with Ralph to help him, as he once did for him.

They eventually attend the party, while Chota arrives with the bomb. He tells the guards that it is simply a gift for the king. Once he gets into the courtyard, he is confronted by Doug. Doug looks into the box and finds the explosives. He grabs the boy and attempts to run for it. However, it explodes before they can get away. The boy survives, but Doug seems to be a goner.

Indian Summers Review

The 6th episode of Indian Summers was definitely the best to date. The action was gripping and Naresh finally proved himself to be willing to do anything to get his way. Ralph also discovered the truth about Aafrin and his scheming. How will this impact the future and will it drive a wedge between Aafrin and Alice. Or will their relationship be the thing that saves him from further trouble?

All in all, an excellent episode. A 9 out of 10 is deserved. Check out previous recaps of Indian Summers right now!