Queens of Mystery

Incredibly clever and intentionally over the top at times, Queens of Mystery manages to pay homage to old school murder mystery novels and television whilst adding its own unique charm. Every costume, every set piece seems meticulously chosen, adding to an overall whimsical feel. Incredible female characters who are similar enough to be believable as sisters but nuanced enough to be entertaining make an already entertaining premise work fantastically well. Here's hoping for a season 2!

6 episodes isn't enough. Just as you're getting to know the characters the season is done. I dropped 2 stars for just not giving us enough to truly be hooked.

The narrator definitely gives the Pushing Daisies vibe but the bumbling Auntie's helping Niece is very Agatha Raisin.

With 3 crime writing Aunt's I was hoping for more depth and greater character development.

It took me a bit to get used to the narrator, but this is an enjoyable show with likable characters and stories that make sense. The show has just started, just created the characters and fleshed them out. I hope it returns.

If you like your murder mysteries "light", "rural" and tinged with comedy then Queens of Mystery will check off all of your boxes. In particular, I enjoyed the portrayal of the three aunts by Julie Graham, Siobhan Redmond, and Sarah Woodward who once again show that actresses of a certain age can still provide enjoyable performances that can compensate for deficits in other areas (see "Rosemary and Thyme, Murder She Wrote, etc.). The last character of Matilda, the police detective niece is well-portrayed by Olivia Vinall in season 1 and Florence Hall in season 2. (The two actresses look so much alike that I didn't realize they'd made a change until viewing the credits). And if you get tired of the mystery shenanigans, just focus on the beautifully photographed scenes of rural England and a really cool windmill. (Warning: those with ornithophobia should probably avoid this program.)

Nicely done, intricate and intelligent without being smug. Great cast, engaging stories. Love Juliet Stevenson's narration, her dulcet tones set the scene of mystery and gentle comedy. Incidentally, the opening credits are really clever.