Malory Towers

I thought this was excellent, and a really good example of how to adapt a much-loved but dated original. Almost everything that happened in the book is preserved, and the Blytonian spirit of optimism is definitely there. But the writers have made some changes that actually improve on the original: focusing on the complicated relationship between impulsive tomboy Darrell and icy drama queen Gwen, working in hints of danger and darkness, and making the moral hinge on forgiveness and second chances.

Given that Enid Blyton was a slightly "problematic" author even at the time, it's a real achievement to make that source material work in 2020.

It is a slow burner - it takes a few episodes to get the hang of who's who and what's going on beneath the surface. But I recommend it for anyone willing to invest their time in the world that's been created, and hope they will get to make a second series.

Kids and I love it. Good escapism and old fashioned values. More series please

I have really enjoyed watching this series downloaded from CBBC. I am 40 odd years old! I loved these books growing up. Yes it is not 'high art' but this is Enid Blyton and the treatment is pretty spot on i.m.o. The girls have been cast well ,Darrell is played very well and I too have to commend ghastly Gwendoline's portrayal.

In the currently difficult climate this has been a wonderful escape from reality and it's been lovely to immerse myself in such innocent nostalgia.

Please make another series!

Delightful! Enjoyable entertainment for the whole family. Characters are charming and fun. Well written. Enjoyable!

Being a huge fan of Enid Blyton books, it was awesome watching Malory Towers. Loved it. I hope there will be a season two, and continuing onwards for the entire book series. Would also be fantastic if Enid's St. Clares series was considered, as with Enid's adventure series. All of her books would make the most delightful watching.