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TV reviews for drama, book characters & trains

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    Hemlock Grove

    High school-set horror series is gory, sexy, and strange.
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    17
     
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    (TV, 2013)
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    Parade's End

    Sweeping book adaptation with honorable hero, war scenes.
    AGE
    16
     
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    (TV, 2013)
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    Do No Harm

    Jekyll and Hyde-inspired medical drama has a dark side.
    AGE
    16
     
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    (TV, 2013)
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    The Carrie Diaries

    Sex and the City prequel is edgy but has merit for teens.
    AGE
    13
     
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    (TV, 2013)
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    666 Park Avenue

    Creepy drama has devilish themes and dark, violent visuals.
    AGE
    14
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Elementary

    Smart Sherlock drama is a great choice for mature teens.
    AGE
    14
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    The Hardy Boys Nancy Drew Mysteries

    Squeaky-clean teens solve mysteries in 1970s drama.
    AGE
    9
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    The Firm

    Dense legal drama with strong hero has mature themes.
    AGE
    14
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    The Secret Circle

    Witchy thriller has sexy edge that's best for mature teens.
    AGE
    14
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    Pretty Little Liars

    Tantalizing mystery plays up glamour, sexiness of teen life.
    AGE
    14
     
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    (TV, 2010)
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    The Vampire Diaries

    Blood, violence are the real draw in angsty vampire drama.
    AGE
    15
     
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    (TV, 2009)
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    Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman

    Endearing historical drama is a classic for families.
    AGE
    7
     
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    (TV, 2009)
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    Little House on the Prairie

    Classic pioneer drama is one for the books.
    AGE
    7
     
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    (TV, 2005)
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    The Waltons

    Beloved '70s family classic continues to win fans.
    AGE
    7
     
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    (TV, 2004)
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    7th Heaven
    This uplifting family drama keeps the faith.
    AGE
    10
     
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    (TV, 2003)