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Story summary
- The BBC is adapting Janice Hadlow's novel The Other Bennet Sister to follow Mary Bennet's journey toward self-acceptance and independence.
- It highlights pressures women face regarding marriage and economic stability, reflecting issues that persist.
- The narrative resonates with teenage girls and adult women.
- Critics note the rarity of a costume drama featuring an ordinary-looking heroine.
- The story suggests a path for Mary beyond societal expectations, potentially as a novelist.
