A Dinner of Herbs

A slow, earnest period drama that immerses you in rural life and simmering family secrets, rewarding patience with emotional depth.

Created by

Catherine Cookson

Genres

Drama

Starring

Jonathan Kerrigan, Tom Goodman-Hill, Melanie Clark Pullen

Overview

After taking his young son Roddy to a remote Northumberland village, Peter Greenbank meets a violent death, leaving the boy alone with no family to speak of. Roddy is adopted and raised by Kate Makepeace, a good friend of his father’s, and develops a close friendship with Hal and Mary Ellen. But their sibling bond is put to the test as they mature. The hidden secrets of the past are painfully unearthed as their lives are intertwined by a tragic destiny.

How it feels

Melancholic, earnest, dark and warm. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Family, identity, betrayal, grief

Content

Mild violence and sexual content. No gore or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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