Sanditon may be the new kid on the block, but this bold adaptation has already earned a place on the all-time greats list as far as we're concerned. Charlotte's adventures in the seaside town of Sanditon enraged some Austen fans when the series aired in the U.K. due to the blatant sexiness and outwardly devious characters. To some, it simply wasn't Austen, but it's the show's fearlessness in using a partial text as a jumping off point to tell a story about a town full of fierce women who are determined to control their own destines at any cost that makes it so addictive.
No, Sanditon isn't your typical Austen adaptation, but it maintains the author's rebellious spirit while also embracing a more inclusive and surprising brand of storytelling.
Watch Sanditon on PBS.org.