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@evelyntheriault @seanb
Overall, I think it's a very good adaptation and well worth the watch. Here's my review of the first two episodes (I'm a fan of the books). I would add that's the 2 part episodes are a bit rushed as they are doing an entire book & the new indigenous arc in reach episode (they should be 4 parts like some British drama.)

Just saw the first 2 episodes of #ThreePines on #AmazoPrime.
Overall, I liked it and but quibbles were minor.

What I liked:
-the casting and performance of #AlfredMolina as #InspectorGamache. He conveyed the thoughtfulness and caring of the character.
- the setting and the scenery of the Eastern townships of Quebec were very evocative
-the indigenous arc although not a part of the books was well done & integrated with the story. (In the books there is an indigenous mother protesting outside the SQ headquarters.)
- many of the casting choices were well done (Oliver & Gabriel), Isabelle (although not indigenous, it worked well)

What I don't care for (all of which is minor quibbles)
- less French than I thought there should be, if memory serves me, Gamache and his wife speak French to each other, not English. It especially jarred with his deputy Jean-Guy who doesn't speak English & mistrusts English speakers
- other casting choices - the artist couple Clara & Peter are middle aged
-Ruth Zardo looks like a bag lady (although she is well played), I didn't picture her so unkempt

Overall, I thought it was an excellent adaptation. My husband who hasn't read any of the books by #LouisePenny liked it.