As an introverted teenager, reading "Quiet" by Susan Cain was beneficial to me, but I wished to see a book that included the struggles of someone still in school who was shy and less talkative. "Quiet Power" was an eye-opener for me, and I thought it addressed the plight of being a teenage introvert with empathy and understanding. I enjoyed thoroughly the individual stories about the students in the book, and many of them I could relate to. The girls who tried out yoga, writing, and acting shared similar experiences to me. Yoga provides me also with an "euphoria" of sorts as the practice doubles as exercise and a reflective activity. I realized that writing was a way for me to socialize with my characters and other people my age interested in the craft. In my sophomore year, I participated in the school play and I found that reading over the lines for hours by myself and swapping the lines back and forth with family members aided me to feel excited on opening night, where I was one of the leads. This book captures the experience of what it's like to be an introvert on all levels, as well as the advantages and disadvantages.

This first episode in the Belgravia series immediately drew me in. I had expected the story to take place during one of the world wars, as that's usually the time period Julian Fellowes writes about. However, it's set during the early 19th century during the conflict with Napoleon Bonaparte. There is plenty of drama reminiscent to Gosford Park and Downton Abbey included, but equal parts action and tension as well. The ending wasn't clear, of course as this is only episode one, so I can't wait to find out what happens in the next few episodes.