I find the Outlander series vastly superior: why? I so enjoy this platform, Vic, that you offer to the sisterhood and brotherhood of Janites to express themselves. We do deserve one more episode. Definitely need a season 2I love this series even though it does feel a bit rushed.Im already hooked on this show..please, please give us a season 2 with a better outcome ( for Charlotte & Sidney), No one can write like Jane. It turns out, he has saved them allexcept for he, himself and Charlotte. I know Rose Williams rather liked the ending with the man ending up in a marriage of financial convenience, whereas, it was pretty much always women who ended up that way, and I can truly appreciate that little twist of fate here, but I was still bummed out by the ending. All wrapped up, tidy, and happy! It was released on 17th April 2022 by PBS. Just a couple of comments for the moment. I had hopes for this one, but then the news came out of Great Britain last fall and my hopes were dashed. In the eighth clip released, Miss Lambe (Crystal Clarke) receives a letter from her love Otis (Jyuddah Jaymes). That is what I call a good mini series. So glad to read this this morning! Well know soon enough. Thank you for visiting this blog. Thank you for stopping by and sharing your analysis! We cannot leave things as they are. Anyway, thank you for the reviews!! In life this ending seems to me just what might happen. Charlotte and Sidney clash again, only for Charlotte to be left confused by a chance encounter. The only reason for a man to ride pell-mell after his lover is to reclaim hernot to rub salt into her wounds. PLEASE!! OF THE COACHING AGE, VOL. Do you think they wanted the ending to be like the movie about Jane Austen where she ran away with the man she loved, only to find out he had to marry for money because of taking care of his family? Emmy and Bafta-winning writer Andrew Davies brings Jane Austen's unfinished last novel vividly to life. One or two episodes would be nice. I watched Sanditon some time ago and did not think at the time that I would want to see a second season, but now I do, just to give Vic a fresh whetstone for her wit. Hes a talented, hard-working earnest character, but I understand how these novels work. My plea to the powers that be is to think of your audience and order up at least one more episode to tie up loose ends and provide Charlotte with the logical ending she deserves. Now, those are plot lines worth taking in. Now, gentle reader, its your turn to vent, either in the comment section or in this poll. At the beginning of the finale, there appears to be a clear path to happiness for our heroine as a marriage proposal from Sidney (Theo James) to Charlotte (Rose Williams) seems imminent. Miss Lambe is a seventeen-year-old girl brought to Sanditon by Mrs. Griffiths, along with two Miss Beauforts. This is NOT Jane Austen! Lastly, we can't forget Miss Lambe, an heiress, who is also Austen's first African American character. Couldnt Young Stringer (hunky, intelligent, loyal, hardworking and consistent) and Charlotte have found some happiness together? Her disdain for him is understandable as she is young and does not yet comprehend what she so narrowly escaped and anyone in her situation would resent being so far from home with no-one she can relate to and with the ever present reality of systemic racism and the real threat of slavery. Hes so dreamy. There are so many other directions they couldve gone. Cant live without it. Charlotte and Sidney clash over Miss Lambe's illicit meeting with Otis. What happens to Miss Lambe in Sanditon? While there is not a definite comparison between the two characters , I am seeing a transformative experience for Sydney Parker in Sanditon. The horses increase their speed, their manes and tails flying in the wind. How is young speaks-as-she-finds Charlotte getting on in her new job doing the filing for Mr Tom Parker, entrepreneur of Sanditon? She does have it on in a few scenes, but not the all-important cliff walk with Sidney; I figured the show runners didnt want anything in the way of an amazing kiss. Maybe thats why Davies had Sydney emerge from the beach a la natural as he did a throwback to his P&P production. Miss Lambe is described in Sanditon the novel as 'half mulatto,' and a wealthy heiress who may be sickly. I didnt like the trajectory of her story line and expected her part in the drama to be more complex and for her to be given a strong story arc that demonstrated growth and stamina. How is this the same writer?? Charlotte sets out to avoid Sidney, until a serious accident forces them together . Esther laughs joyously and for the first time viewers watch her blossom into a fun-loving young woman whose worries disappear with a man who loves her more than she loves him. ITV cancelled the British period drama series after the first season due to poor ratings in the UK, but the show had decent ratings on PBS. Several people have already made some plausible suggestions above. Well, clearly, we move onto Charlotte Bront. And I dont think Stringer would have been a good match for Charlotte because they only started to develop his personality and character in the last two episodes. They must give us a respectful Jane Austen ending!! I am mostly sad that Georgiana was dropped from the storyline completely and had no ending. All care toward making things accurate to the period was forfeited, and Charlotte, this common-folk visitor girl was allowed in every conversation and situation. What is Georgiana Lambe's secret? Good thing Jane isnt alive to see this or shed hire a hit man to take Davies out! She knocks on Mrs. Griffiths door to visit Georgiana and espies Sidney nearby talking to Tom. Ending of 'Sanditon'. We may receive books (physical or digitized) and DVDs for review purposes. At this point Ive eaten all my crackers and cheese, texted my Janeite friends with my observances, and poured another glass of an outstanding 94-point Fox in the Hen House wine. I am of the belief that tall, dark and dashing jolly well ought to come with good manners even when he hasnt fallen in love with the girl. You can see below from Jane's text the mentions of Miss Lambe: I was as heartbroken as anyone and frankly am still grieving (I had PBS Passport and watched it all a few weeks ago) but I really enjoyed it. My favorite part of this is Dont send him at all!!!!!!!!!!! This is also not Poldark, where the marriage is the focal point rather than the culmination. I think we deserve at least one more episode to clear it all up. He despised Tom Parker and the fakey upper class! I loved loved loved this seriesbut I am mortified with the ending. After Lord Babbs weddng to Esther, Lady D turns to Charlotte. Also Read | 'The Wilds' Season 2 Release . Feeling her lungs start to burn, Charlotte pressed down on her stopwatch, let out a long breath and opened her eyes. I give the third ball in this series a rating of 2. Lady Susan is the gluewhy was she even in the story if not to come to Charlottes rescue??? She is a wealthy heiress and was described as 'half-mulatto' and in poor health. Really!!?? Its been a pleasure reading your thoughts, pro, con, or indifferent. (Although that sounds awful when I reread it but I think you know what I mean.). As to Sydney, what a waste of an opportunity to create a kind of Tilney/Darcy hybrid that was gently suggested by his enticingly brief entrance in the novel. This is not looking good. Once Sidney/Charlotte was credibly ended, so was my interest. I agree with Polly above about asking Miss Lambe for the money, but since she resents Sidney, she probably wouldnt have given it. Austen fans are likely quite familiar with Sense and Sensibility, Emma and Pride and Prejudice, but many may not. Regency manners require her to accept this invitation or bow out from dancing for the rest of the evening. Understandably, Miss Heywood remains haunted by the final words Sidney spoke to her, which Sanditon echoes to the audience by using . Charlotte/Sidney/James Springer dance to the same music as Marianne Dashwood/Willoughby/Col. Then they kiss. Hopefully, at some point, someone will take him to task and appoint a manager to rein him in. Esther feigns boredom, but Lord Babb urges the horses on. He's kind. I do think they should ditch drippy Charlotte and Sidney and give us the adventures of Lord and Lady B, possibly in company with Miss Lambe and Mr Arthur Parker, with wicked Sir Edward lurking in the shadows. Write the powers that be. :-). Chapman first published a full transcription of the novel in 1925 under the name Fragment of a Novel. (Charlotte is a better character in the book.). This ending left me so frustrated. Its wrenching to see a story end in the middle. We viewers KNOW this maiden has won the final rose from her very eligible bachelor and that all is right in Austenland. He drops Charlotte, whom he clearly loves as dearly as Willoughby loves Marianne, not to maintain an extravagant lifestyle for himself but to keep his family from bankruptcy (brought on by their reckless pursuit of great success). Willoughby was not worthy of her. James Stringer receives a letter stating that he has received an offer of an apprenticeship in London. Charlottes heart beats as fast as mine. More than anything, I want to see some sort of resolution in her relationship with Sidney. Miss Lambe ( Crystal Clarke) arrives in the seaside resort of Sanditon under the protection of Mrs Griffiths, a middle-aged white woman whose other "charges" include the English Miss. His stupidity and naivet are revealed when Sidney uncovers his true crimenot investing in insurance to save a few quid. Charlotte and Miss Lambe hatch a secret plan sure to draw ire from Sanditon's residents. Davies and his team have an obligation to viewers to end this mini-series without a cliff hanger. Shes not half the woman you areif he doesnt see that he doesnt deserve you.. Love your analysis that wine must have been good. Ive never waited to put myself in someone elses power before.. She says, coyly, Sure why not? And off they goin the exact opposite direction of her destination. Perhaps we should plan a simple country wedding. Im hoping the plan for Season 2 is that Georgiana will offer to lend the money for rebuilding Sanditon, provided the insurance is purchased this time, so that her friend Charlotte will have her love, in Sidney. Demand that final episode everyone. Sanditon is MASTERPIECE's bold and lavish adaptation of Jane Austen 's final work. Changing alongside it is the impulsive and unconventional Charlotte Heywood, who swaps her quiet rural . Such a loss! Here is a look at the official description of each episode from Sanditon according to the official website of the PBS with its airing date and time. Sidney rides off in the sunset to London to find funds. I agree that there are too many loose ends in the final episode. What exactly he was doing abroad is a mystery to his family, though they're determined to find out. As the town's cast of characters congregate in church the morning after the ball, the priest preaches about the "blooming" young women of Sanditon and how they will eventually be plucked. This once sleepy fishing village is transforming into a fashionable spa resort. No problem, Lynne. The neglected tombstone found in an overgrown burial ground. Sanditon fans got the kind of very good news that once seemed like it was never coming earlier this year: not only is the period drama returning for a long-awaited second season, but received an . The writers gave her a talent in organizing events. Found this blog while looking for information about Austen era music (other than the big names) and saw this blog. Also, Charlotte needs to go back to not being afraid of speaking her mind and maybe spend like any time with some of the ladies she made friends with in Sanditon. I never was on Team Sidney, who displayed his jerk side way too often. Once again, the scenery of the Downs is sublime. Yes, yes yes! I quite agree with you Dcupton poor Mr Davies is deluding himself. In the next scene we see Esther and Lord Babb sitting side by side in a curricle (a dandys vehicle, much like todays ultra sleek sports car for the uber rich). I am in agreeance with the comments here; as they say, shared sorrow is half sorrow. These are not characters Jane would have written. Miss Georgiana Lambe: "The wealthy heiress Georgiana Lambe who came to Sanditon she was Sidney's ward. I am sure something happens and Sidney becomes free to be with Charlotte. Wed have to watch it, and it wouldnt be any better than this season, which was quite painful. I splutter. Charlotte and Sidney started a typical enemies to lovers situation that eventually imploded after Sanditon burned down; because Tom neglected to get insurance, Sidney was forced to marry his wealthy widowed ex to save the day. I must confess my happiness when Lord Babb and his Esther marry. I enjoy reading your comments through the years on this blog. I voted one more show to wrap it up, though it was easy enough on the eyes that Id dare to watch a second season. Wouldnt it be splendid if, through her efforts with Tom Parker, Sanditon became a successful seaside resort? So Sidney will continue as the cynical man thwarted in love. In that case, secondary characters Sidney and Charlotte similar to the S&S Willoughby/Marianne romance would have seemed to come to a fitting end. Then Sidney is way laid by Tom. Miss Lambe is a prize well worth the winning. The midsummer decorations are more than adequate and the beau monde & villagers look smashingkudos to the costume and prop departments. We had no idea that they were friends, then he appears in her bedroom while she is in her nightgown??? I couldnt sleep last night just thinking of him., Georgiana is beside herself. Tom, who was riding high a few hours ago with visions of profits dancing in his head, is utterly destroyed financially. A second series is demanded With Charlottes friendship with Susan I can see the prince regent investing in Sanditon, thus its prosperity, negating the necessity of Sidney sacrificing love. Three minutes 26 seconds!" June 27, 2021. Tensions surround Miss Lambe's arrival in Sanditon. The camera pans to Sidney chasing after Charlotte on his powerful steed. Does she just resent being forced to go where he makes her? Men's hair styles at the turn of the 19th century, Regency Fashion: Men's Breeches, Pantaloons, and Trousers, Lady Hester Stanhope: Traveler and Trailblazer, Highclere Castle Floor Plan: The Real Downton Abbey, The Servant's Quarters in 19th Century Country Houses Like Downton Abbey, Pride and Prejudice Economics: Or Why a Single Man with a Fortune of 4,000 Per Year is a Desirable Husband, The Green Baize Door: Dividing Line Between Servant and Master, Dancing at the Netherfield Ball: Pride and Prejudice, Lady Hester Stanhope: Traveler andTrailblazer, Book Review: Ayesha at Last by UzmaJalaluddin, Tracing Jane Austens Royal Ancestors Via Her Parents, by RonaldDunning. I *loved* that Arthur stepped up to offer his inheritance. (There are 33 walks in P + P!). PBS fans saved the canceled adaptation of Jane Austen's final unfinished novel. Who could ever be so handsome and sexy! Please us all with the follow on, not forgetting the present cast which were all so well chosen. Like, really Charlotte, your good friend Georgiana comes home from a traumatic kidnapping and you go visit her like what, twice? Well said, and funny too. Where is the circulating library, which Austen mentions in her manuscript? I hope a second season is proposed to satisfy. Isnt she rolling in it? According to the official website of the PBS, they will be airing the eight episodes again this month. Andrew Davies was bragging on the PBS show about his reading so much Austen that it is with ease that he writes Austen (my paraphrase). James revealed the news Friday on social . Lady D is called away, before he can formulate an answer. Miss Lambe gave him a conspiratorial smile. Thank you, Mr. Stringer. Charlotte obviously has no desire to flirt with James or embark on a relationship with him. We'll own up to our mistakes and will make the corrections with a polite smile on our faces.) Thank you for listening to my rant. But at the heroines age of 22hmm. She and Charlotte chatter like close girlfriends are wont to do, giggling and exchanging highly personal information. I love it when Story B makes it to the A list and emerges front and center. Otherwise, Sanditon season 2 wrapped up its major storylines: Alison married Captain Fraser, Tom and Arthur Parker finally got Colonel Lennox to pay the money he owed to the town, Georgiana learned that Charles Lockhart was the fiend scheming to marry her for her fortune, and Sir Edward Denham is now being punished by Lady Denham for his cruel More fool she. I forgot about deux ex machina, a literary device used to derail the reader or viewer, and that is discouraged by professors who teach Writing Romance Novels 101. I always preferred Stringer for Charlotte. Your comments and suggestions are most welcome. My head spins from the many scene changes and from my low blood sugar. Sidney rang the bell at the front door, which was opened by a silver-haired, smartly dressed butler, who led them through an immense marble hallway towards the palatial morning room. Her role was more as an observer. I do hope they come back for a second season. I believe we all saw what Sydney was forced to rescue her from. The series was called Sanditon, not Sydney and Charlotte, so if he wanted to develop a series that has several seasons he should have made it focused on the stories of the inhabitants of the town. Does anyone recall a scene from Becoming Jane where she turns to her sister, Cassandra, and mentions that she will give all her heroines a happy ending in her honor (paraphrase). The P&P-like turning point that Davies was playing for didnt quite work for me. James Stringer is aghast at the loss of his father, and he recalls his angry last words with profound regret. Charlotte . They are: Click on their names to enter their own blogs. Not sure what fate Sidney deserves. Andrew Davies, you did us wrong! That is not so. Yes, Greg Wise as Willoughby in 1995s Sense and Sensibility Why have Charlotte run home to a dull family life when theres a much more interesting man in Sanditon to spend time with? Maybe hell come home paralyzed for life (which will last exactly one episode) before finding Eliza in bed with another man. Vic dislikes a few things I liked very much or doesnt mention them. I hope to review Emma as soon as it comes to my region! mp_sf_list_2_description: What to Know: Bohemian artist Charles Lockhart made quite a splash in Season 2 and seemed the only man uninterested in Miss Lambe's fortune. Sorry about the duplication my computer is acting up. Have Edward and Esther got it on any further? My knowledge of medicine, learned in lifeguard training classes in college, kicks in. 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