BBC viewers binge-watching ‘masterpiece’ crime drama in one day

The BBC mystery series, A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder, based on Holly Jackson’s bestselling novels, returned with its second season

Pip Fitz-Amobi (EMMA MYERS)

he BBC’s hit crime drama, A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder, returned with its highly anticipated second season on Wednesday night, and viewers have wasted no time getting stuck into the new episodes.

Based on Holly Jackson’s bestselling novels, the series follows teenager Pip Fitz-Amobi (Emma Myers) as she investigates the five-year-old murder of a 17-year-old girl in her seemingly quiet hometown. In season two, Pip faces the fallout from the case.

Pip Fitz-Amobi (EMMA MYERS)© BBC/Moonage Pictures/Sally Mais
Emma Myers stars as Pip Fitz-Amobi

The drama, which viewers hailed as a “masterpiece,” was a big hit when it first premiered in the summer of 2024 and became BBC Three’s highest rating drama since its relaunch.

If you’re a fan of gripping, twist-filled mysteries, this new season is not to be missed.

What is season two A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder

In season two, Pip is determined to fix the fallout from her investigation into Andie Bell’s murder.

The synopsis reads: “After solving the Andie Bell case, Pip Fitz-Amobi’s world has been transformed by her actions, and not always for the better.

Pip Fitz-Amobi (EMMA MYERS);Ravi Singh (ZAIN IQBAL)

Zain Iqbal plays Ravi Singh

“A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder series 2 sees Pip determined to fix the fallout – and stay away from any more investigations. But as Max Hastings’ trial approaches, Connor’s brother Jamie suddenly disappears, and Pip finds herself in a race against time to find him.

“This new mystery takes Pip to unexpected places as she struggles with the idea of justice, straying even further from the ‘good girl’ she once was.”

What have viewers said about season two?

It’s safe to say that viewers are loving the second season, with many binge-watching all six new episodes on BBC iPlayer.

Taking to social media to share their excitement, viewers praised the show’s suspense and its loyalty to the original book series.

Pip Fitz-Amobi (EMMA MYERS)© BBC/Moonage Pictures/Joss Barratt
Viewers are binge-watching the new series

One person penned: “Binge-watched and finished #agoodgirlsguidetomurder in a day AND HOLY I missed it so much,” while another added: “Season 2 was pretty amazing. The mystery, suspense, revelations, and romance were top notch.”

A third person wrote: “I just finished the whole season in one night,” while another added: “They are doing a pretty good job with staying true to the book. Some things in the show changed as expected but I am really enjoying this season!”

Seasons one and two of A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder are available to stream on BBC iPlayer.

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