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A four-part drama, set against the background of the English slave trade and adapted by Philippa Gregory from her novel.
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Season 1

  • Episode 1
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    Episode 1

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 4/19/1998

    1788: governess Frances Scott marries the bumbling but ambitious ship owner Josiah Cole and faces a new life far from home.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Episode 2
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    Episode 2

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 4/26/1998

    As the African slaves' suffering continues, Frances finds herself attracted to the slave called Mehuru.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Episode 3
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    Episode 3

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 5/3/1998

    The plight of one of the African children draws Frances and Mehuru closer together. Sir Charles Fairley shows an interest when debt-ridden Josiah decides to auction the runaway slave, Matthew.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Episode 4
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    Episode 4

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 5/10/1998

    Frances prays that her child was fathered by her husband, and urges Mehuru to flee Bristol.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown