Crime and Investigation: A Slice of British Delight

PBS has always been a haven for British television shows, offering a wide range of crime dramas that have captivated audiences worldwide. This September, the public broadcasting service is featuring three British crime shows that are sure to enthrall viewers. From a former detective turned jazz club owner to a crime novel editor searching for a missing woman, these shows boast complex characters and intricate storylines that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Ridley, a show that premiered last year, is back with its second season. This time around, Alex Ridley, a former police detective who suffered a nervous breakdown after the loss of his loved ones, is dragged back into the world of crime solving by his protégée, D. I. Carol Farman. As Ridley delves into his most challenging cases, he finds himself entangled in a web of deceit and corruption that threatens to destroy everything he holds dear. Moonflower Murders, on the other hand, is a new series that brings together an unlikely duo: Susan Ryeland, a former crime novel editor, and her fiancé, Andreas, a hotel owner in Crete. When a mysterious woman arrives at their hotel, claiming that a novel has the key to solving a cold murder case, Susan is roped into a quest to uncover the truth behind the disappearance of Cecily Treherne. With the help of the novel's author, Alan Conway, Susan must navigate a complex web of crime and deception to find Cecily and bring peace to her family. Van der Valk, a Dutch detective show, offers a refreshing change of pace from the usual British crime dramas. Set in the Netherlands, this show follows the adventures of Detective Piet van der Valk and his partner, Lucienne Hassell, as they take on a new crime family and unravel the tangled threads of puzzling murder cases. With its unique setting and complex characters, Van der Valk is a standout in the world of British crime television.