I am reading Cavenden Hall by Barbara Taylor Bradford. I read it once, on a plane from London to LA, but I can't remember it too well, so really enjoying the second read. Anyone who loves Downton Abbey should consider it, it reminds me of Downton in so many ways. Actually it was written before Downton was even a twinkle in Julian Fellows's eye, but there are definite similarities. Incidentally, I wonder why on earth no Downton novels? There are books, but they're behind the scenes things or cookery books. I bet the novels would sell like hot cakes if they're decently written.
@lulu_bear That's a very good question. I don't know why science fiction franchises are able to produce so many novels but, as far as I know, there aren't any official novels for Downton Abbey. I'm sure there's lots of DA fan fiction but I do agree that official novels would likely do well. If I'm going to be honest, Downton Abbey novels would probably sell more copies than many Doctor Who novels and BBC Books has no issues producing DW novels.
It would be amazing if they could have an original cast member reading an audio version of the book or to have a company producing official DA audio dramas. I think it would sell quite well.
@DavidGoldfield it sure would. Except it would be an independent tv company who did the selling, because Downton wasn't made by the BBC. I don't remember who made it now, if any of the ITV companies did, or if it was an independent production. Ah, Wicky is informative. It was jointly produced by Carnival Films and WGBH-TV, whoever they are, I never heard of them! I bet the beeb wish they had done it! Lol!