After much anticipation, the extravagant world ofDame Jilly Cooper’sRivalshas finally been brought to television.
Fans of the book will tell you that’s not how the story begins.
In the novel, Tony actively recruits Cameron for Corinium TV, and their initial romantic encounter is detailed.
Image via Hulu
After Declan storms off, Tony seizes the opportunity to offer him a job.
This incident isn’t as fleshed out in the novel.
Unnamed ‘Bridgerton’ sibling, Cupid’s got his eye on you.
Image via Disney
Tony orders Joyce, his loyal secretary, played byDenise Black,to distribute the scandalous photos.
In contrast, the book presents a less theatrical departure for Declan from Corinium.
He resigns after refusing to moderate the Thatcher interview.
Image via Disney
Shortly after he and Rupert serve on the judging panel at a beauty pageant, he exits.
After leaving his job, Declan sets up Venturer in partnership with Freddie and Rupert.
InRivals,we see women who have a voice and are not afraid to speak their minds.
Sarah Stratton, played byEmily Atack, also gets a more developed storyline.
We first meet her when she’s playing naked tennis with Rupert.
Another female character that has been refreshingly fleshed out is that of Maud.
However, her need for validation and affirmation of her attractiveness drives her to seek attention elsewhere.
She is notably unhappy, and her grievances often go unheard by Declan.
The show ended on a huge cliffhanger, but there’s more plot twists in store.
This change affects how we perceive Cameron, who is far less sympathetic in the novel.
While the TV adaptation stays true to most of the story,notable transformations reframe beloved characters.
There’s something in it for everyone.
Rivalsis available to stream on Hulu.
Watch on Hulu
Your Rating
Your comment has not been saved
Cast
