I enjoyed the opening to season three, but the whole losing Downton is getting tiresome, really.
The American grandmother was beyond annoying. I think they did her over the top and she was bothersome.
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Downton Abbey Season 3
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Oh good - she was horrible in it (or the character was written horribly). I couldn't figure out how this person could have raised someone as classy as Cora. Big disconnect. I was really hoping for some sparks flying ala Mapp and Lucinda between her and Maggie Smith, but it was more McClain being obnoxious and Smith being appalled. Fellowes can do better than that.
[quote=""Nefret""]Was she there to make us like Violet better?[/quote]
I love Violet.
No, I think she was there to show how Americans are always changing and aren't bothered by traditions, as the character said on more than one occasion.
But the reason I love the show is that they are tied to tradition.
Although I will say this new issue gave Lady Mary an interesting spin.
I love Violet.

No, I think she was there to show how Americans are always changing and aren't bothered by traditions, as the character said on more than one occasion.
But the reason I love the show is that they are tied to tradition.
Although I will say this new issue gave Lady Mary an interesting spin.
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