Crime drama A Taste of Murder returns to ITV tonight, with fans praising the new series as both 'better' and 'darker' than the beloved Caribbean-set series Death in Paradise.
Plot and Characters
The drama centres on DCI Joe Mottram, played by Luther actor Warren Brown, who takes a sabbatical after the tragic death of his wife, Sofia. He hopes to mend his relationship with his teenage daughter Angelica (Beau Gadsdon) during a peaceful Italian summer with his in-laws, Chef Gennaro and Elena Da Vinale, who run a coastal restaurant.
However, when a local man is found dead on the beach and Gennaro's nephew Luca is arrested, Joe is drawn into the investigation, clashing with local Inspector Lara Sarrancino (Cristiana Dell'Anna).
Fan Reactions
Viewers have drawn comparisons to Death in Paradise and Whitstable Pearl. One fan wrote: 'If you like light-ish murder mysteries, give it a try. Similar theme to Death in Paradise but much better. Gorgeous scenery, food, and a better cast.' Another added: 'Death in Paradise meets Whitstable Pearl meets Recipes for Love and Murder.' Some noted it is 'darker than Death in Paradise.'
Episode 2 Preview
The synopsis for tonight's second episode states: 'A British tourist is found dead at the foot of a cliff, but did she fall or was she pushed?' When Elena gives a baking lesson that makes Joe re-examine the evidence, a decisive clue blows the case wide open.
A Taste of Murder is available to stream on ITVX.
