tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7017797725839412504.post6327289827861589949..comments2024-02-06T03:45:45.568-05:00Comments on Jillian Kent Blog: Downton Abbey and the Historical Romance WriterJillian Kenthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12565274151603868808noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7017797725839412504.post-29127305890189005802012-02-26T23:52:14.277-05:002012-02-26T23:52:14.277-05:00Hi Carol!
You'll love Downton Abbey. They may ...Hi Carol!<br />You'll love Downton Abbey. They may have season one at your library. When you get a chance and you see it you have to let me know how you like it and everyone's favorite dowager duchess.:)Jillian Kenthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12565274151603868808noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7017797725839412504.post-74895552427059636262012-02-26T23:20:23.480-05:002012-02-26T23:20:23.480-05:00I have to admit I'm one who hasn't even he...I have to admit I'm one who hasn't even heard of Downton Abbey, but that doesn't stop me from agreeing with the points you've gleaned from watching it. As a reader the setting, characterization, detail and tension are all important to me, so obviously as a writer I want to make sure I cover those bases well. <br /><br />I'm not a Netflix subscriber yet, but we've been talking about it. If it happens, then Downton Abbey might have to be one of the first series we watch. :)Carol J. Garvinhttp://careann.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7017797725839412504.post-62744392863648605652012-02-22T18:17:12.949-05:002012-02-22T18:17:12.949-05:00This comment has been removed by the author.Jillian Kenthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12565274151603868808noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7017797725839412504.post-14654362227812462422012-02-22T18:15:06.656-05:002012-02-22T18:15:06.656-05:00Hi there watermelonsgrow,
Thanks for joining the c...Hi there watermelonsgrow,<br />Thanks for joining the conversation. Sounds like we're on the same page even though I'm not a mind reader. :)Inspired and unforgettable pretty much cover it. I look forward to watching this series over and over again. Glad you enjoyed the post.Jillian Kenthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12565274151603868808noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7017797725839412504.post-41406043576047573642012-02-22T16:54:10.204-05:002012-02-22T16:54:10.204-05:00Oh my, I think you just read my thoughts. I've...Oh my, I think you just read my thoughts. I've been telling anyone who will listen how Downton Abbey as been such a great way to get reinvigorated for my manuscript editing. I've been so inspired by the setting, the unforgettable characters unfold for the viewer and the way the period is blended in so perfectly we get our history lessons without being smacked over the head by too much information. Hats off to whoever writes the Dowager Countess's zingers. Thanks for the great post!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7017797725839412504.post-40266615634392051372012-02-22T10:00:18.634-05:002012-02-22T10:00:18.634-05:00Hi Ruth!
Setting is important and I'd rather g...Hi Ruth!<br />Setting is important and I'd rather go overboard because then you can always cut and save that piece for later if necessary.:)And you will love, Downton.Jillian Kenthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12565274151603868808noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7017797725839412504.post-80180370349671520702012-02-21T22:21:23.735-05:002012-02-21T22:21:23.735-05:00I have yet to watch that show but have heard so mu...I have yet to watch that show but have heard so much about it. I will get it on Netflix!<br /><br />Thanks, Jillian, for your comments on the setting as character. I enjoy describing the setting, but tend to go overboard. I feel it's ok to let the reader decide for themselves!Ruth Douthitthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02210433378863401466noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7017797725839412504.post-60599732031471335552012-02-21T16:57:34.685-05:002012-02-21T16:57:34.685-05:00Oh, I should have had a question mark after Promis...Oh, I should have had a question mark after Promise. "Promise?" I wonder how many times I'll watch this over and over again just listening for Violet's comments. Great fun!Jillian Kenthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12565274151603868808noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7017797725839412504.post-66311577760278967442012-02-21T16:53:07.063-05:002012-02-21T16:53:07.063-05:00Sarah,
You are do right! And I loved the way that ...Sarah,<br />You are do right! And I loved the way that bad behaviour was handled. Rarely did anyone swear that I can remember. And Violet's comment when a certain someone said, I guess I won't be seeing you anymore and she says, "Promise." How perfect! I just can't get enough of that woman's sense of humor. Thank God Maggie Smith followed her dream.Jillian Kenthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12565274151603868808noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7017797725839412504.post-79147983179535863222012-02-21T13:46:12.173-05:002012-02-21T13:46:12.173-05:00I loved the wit and the gentle handling of scandal...I loved the wit and the gentle handling of scandalous subjects. Subtle humor--oh the dowager countess--is much more delicious than the over the top sit-coms of today. And while there was plenty of "bad" behaviour, most of it happened off stage, proving a show can be plenty steamy without an excess of bare skin or passionate embraces!<br /><br />Speaking of "off stage" one of my favorite lines was when the dowager was pleased that two characters would meet again at the house rather than on the train. "Oh, that's a relief. I hate Greek drama, when everything happens off stage."Sarah Thomashttp://www.sarahanneloudinthomas.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7017797725839412504.post-12848229489444484842012-02-20T20:41:50.355-05:002012-02-20T20:41:50.355-05:00You're a little late. It ended last night with...You're a little late. It ended last night with the season finale. The next season won't be till next January most likely. It was excellent. Maybe the library is carrying the dvd's. Must see! You'll love it!Jillian Kenthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12565274151603868808noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7017797725839412504.post-16722566391180835052012-02-20T16:36:23.707-05:002012-02-20T16:36:23.707-05:00Ok, Jillian, I think you might have just hooked me...Ok, Jillian, I think you might have just hooked me on a new TV series. What channel and when should I start looking for it? Loved the links to the estate, and, wow, great gardens!Catherine Castlehttp://catherinecastle1.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7017797725839412504.post-10127017093649103252012-02-20T11:21:19.380-05:002012-02-20T11:21:19.380-05:00Oh you are going to have fun, Donna. There's s...Oh you are going to have fun, Donna. There's so many things I want to improve upon in my writing and I love setting and hope to learn more this year on making it come even more alive in my novels. It's so hard to judge my own work. I was careful not to include any spoilers, that would be a bummer for those who haven't seen it yet. Guess I'll be getting some writing done on Sunday nights now. Well, except for next week and Oscar night! :)Jillian Kenthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12565274151603868808noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7017797725839412504.post-62892371330116408812012-02-20T10:51:45.225-05:002012-02-20T10:51:45.225-05:00I couldn't agree more with your first bullet p...I couldn't agree more with your first bullet point - setting is definitely a character! Setting is the most important factor when it comes to drawing me into any story. If the setting is blah, plain, or ordinary, I don't get very far into the book. I love Downton Abbey! I DVR'd last night's episode and haven't seen it yet, so thanks for not including spoilers. :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15615035905042738222noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7017797725839412504.post-65383875344128755972012-02-20T09:23:13.727-05:002012-02-20T09:23:13.727-05:00Hard as it is to believe, Keli, I think I liked pa...Hard as it is to believe, Keli, I think I liked part two even better than part one, but I adored both so what does that say? :) Get ready to have an adventure.Jillian Kenthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12565274151603868808noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7017797725839412504.post-3687665443531691632012-02-20T01:05:47.330-05:002012-02-20T01:05:47.330-05:00I've watched season one and loved it. My hubby...I've watched season one and loved it. My hubby and I have season two in our Netflix queue and are eager to find out what happens next. Sounds like it was a great season.Keli Gwynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13236868298400593688noreply@blogger.com