This is an extraordinary series, with each episode finely crafted. There's suspense, drama, heartbreaking emotions, uplifted by humor, romance, laced by beautiful music amidst a backdrop of brutal history. The cinematography , itself, evokes a spellbinding creativity, rocking one' s emotions to tears. In literary terms, it is a " page-turner" . And ultimately, this story springs to life by the amazing skill and talent portrayed by each actor.