I'm always hesitant to start a longer show, but with this one, each episode was exciting and seemed to further the plot. Most of the characters have a special place in my heart, and I can even sympathise with some of the evil ones (which means fantastic writing!). The story captivated me and sent me on a rollercoaster of emotions. I found myself laughing at some parts and drowning in tears during others. The story didn't drag at all, in my opinion, even though I'd suspected it would. Definitely happy I gave it a try! 10/10! I recommend this to anyone who likes historical dramas.