A review by talistree
Gentleman Jack: The Real Anne Lister by Anne Choma

This was a super fun, whirlwind Anne Lister biography that eased my suffering somewhat in waiting for the next episode. The primary focus is on the years of her life covered in the first season of the TV show, and it is astonishing how closely the show follows the source material; much of the dialogue is pulled directly from Anne's diaries. And, unlike most period dramas that add kissing stuff to a show or film to appease modern audiences, in this instance the source material has MORE kissing stuff. Wild, and absolutely bloody brilliant. Makes me love the show even more for choosing to emphasise the quiet intimacy and gentleness of Anne and Ann's tentative relationship in their choice of scenes and direction. Love it intensely. Great companion to the show.