the novel be the archetypal bodice ripper but the fortune and misfortune of moll flanders be far more than that . it be a well construct and well act and well directed period drama of the type the british tv industry do so well . alex kingston be exceptional in the title roll and her defection to the state from the uk be a real loss and the cast list be like a who who of british tv . particularly good be diana rigg . all in all my word can not really do it justice and if you get the opportunity to see it then please do . it be really well worth it .