Jane Austen: Rise of a Genius

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Series Editor of a critically acclaimed three-part drama-documentary, broadcast on BBC2 and Apple TV, retelling the life of Jane Austen through expert insight, celebrity interviews and bold drama recreations.

★★★★★ The Guardian
“Jane Austen: Rise of a Genius review – even the author herself would be a fan of this spot-on tribute.”
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★★★★ The Times
“Jane Austen: Rise of a Genius review — fans will lap up the quality insights.”
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★★★★ The i
“Jane Austen die-hards: this documentary is unmissable.”
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★★★★ Daily Mail
“Imagine being the nitwit publisher who rejected Jane Austen’s work!”
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TV Times
“A gripping series introducing a new generation to the genius of Jane Austen.”
“An inventive mix of drama, experts and celebrity fans.”

Radio Times
“A brilliantly stormy treatment… Austen brought to life on screen has never failed to bubble.”

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“Strong, funny and perceptive – just like Austen herself.”