I agree, I think we're supposed to be at least a little torn about her character. And I do think she is very much the product of a privileged upbringing, but I also see her as being very aware of what her duties are. She tolerates Francis, who is immature and too easily manipulated by George, but also seems to genuinely adore her son. I just wish they would do away with her lingering wistful looks at Ross. It's already a cliché, and we're only 3 eps in.

I've said it before but I do believe we're living in a Golden Age of television. That being said, themes for some of the most popular dramas have become awfully savage lately with torture, flaying, beatings, rape, more rape, apocalyptic events, grief and bereavement -- pretty heavy, hopeless stuff. In contrast, Poldark has a throwback quality to it. There's just something inherently sweet about it. One of my favorite bits from last week's episode was when Ross and Demelza were returning from the wedding. As Demelza skipped and sang up the hill to Nampara, Ross circled around her on his horse, as though they were still dancing together. I just found that charming. Like I said, sweet, and the series as a whole, rather refreshing for it.