While this show seems to have been nearly universally derided, I’m going to step up to the plate.

I’m enjoying it.

Being a bit behind on things, I’m only now catching up with the show (just watched episode 4 of 6), but I’ve enjoyed what I’ve seen.  There’s no denying that its silly and over-the-top, but that’s what I’m finding fun about it.  I’ve been enjoying switching my brain off and going along for the ride.  The over-arching plot with the mystery behind Gillian’s mother’s breakdown and Gillian’s continuing obsession behind what her mother was looking for adds a bit to the episodes (super-duper sword?  British history?   Hmmmmm ).

Sadly, as I mentioned it took a fair kicking from the critics.  I’ve no idea what the ratings were like, but I’d certainly be happy to see a second series.  There’s nothing wrong with a show just being a bit silly and fun, and as long as it doesn’t start taking itself too seriously then I think there’s a place for it.