What to watch, read, play, and more.

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Watch Reign.

So look. Reign is neither ambitious nor historically accurate, but trust me it's the marathon watch you didn't know you were missing. This reimagining of the French royal court circa the times of Mary Queen of Scots is a strange and wonderful masterpiece combining elements of The Tudors, Game of Thrones, and Gossip Girl. It's weird, and a little bit baffling. I don't know how to explain it and I don't know what to say except that it's it PRIME binging material because it requires very little of your brain, does not require pausing for bathroom breaks, but is somehow incredibly compelling.

And do you know, I actually learned a shit ton about 16th century France, Scotland, and England because I kept having to Google all of the things that didn't seem quite right.

Watch it on Netflix UK here.

If you're just not one for some trashy telly, there's that little thing called the Olympics happening at the moment, or there's always my tried and true fave, Arrested Development.

CW

Read The Loney.

Costa's book of the year is a frightfully good read from debut novelist Andrew Michael Hurley. The modern gothic tale follows the strange events that unfold on a family's religious pilgrimage to the coast of northwest England. Full of mystery and psychological thrills, it's a deeply atmospheric book that will transport you instantly (and maybe keep you up at night).

Buy a copy here.

If you'd prefer something a little shorter, this essay about hiking the Appalachian Trail is ace.

Hive

Listen to For All We Know by NAO.

Gena recommends "everyone and their mum listen to NAO's new album "For All We Know". It's very chill and perfect to listen to at work. Plus she has the voice of an angel."

I have already followed Gena's advice, and she's so, so right. Cannot yet speak for my mum.

Listen on Spotify here.

Looking for something chattier? Rebecca recommends the new comedy serial, Marscorp.

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