Whenever you settle down to view the initial installment of a crime series based on your favorite novel, there’s usually a hint of apprehension in the air.
Will the detective live up to your mental image of them? Is the atmosphere accurately portrayed? Has the character assisting them shifted genders? How will they capture on screen the moment when the culprit disappears mysteriously during the bustling rush hour at London’s King’s Cross Station?
As a devoted bookworm, I often find movie adaptations falling short of their literary counterparts – but when they manage to capture the essence perfectly, there’s simply no comparison. This week on TopMob, delve into the thrilling experience of bringing another author’s blockbuster idea to life and transforming it into a captivating television series. It’s an intriguing journey that I’m eager for you to explore.
Be sure to check out our Proms guide, located at the heart of this edition. This year, our classical music and Doctor Who enthusiast, Patrick Mulkern, has put in an exceptional effort, providing a thorough guide, interviews, and suggestions for your listening pleasure.
On Sunday, 7th September, you’ll find me listening to the BBC Symphony Orchestra as they play Grieg’s Piano Concerto. I’m crossing my fingers that they get all the correct notes in the correct sequence…
Also in this week’s TopMob:
- Mick Herron and Will Smith lift the lid on how the Slough House spooks came to our screens in Slow Horses.
- The Channel 4 drama The Couple Next Door is back with fresh faces and more risqué storylines.
- Val McDermid created the cold case detective, but it was Emer Kenny who brought her to life on TV in Karen Pirie.
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