Renowned author Bernardine Evaristo is thrilled to see her ground-breaking novel, Mr Loverman, come to life on the set of a new BBC drama. The story follows the lives of Barrington Jedidiah Walker, his wife Carmel, and his lover Morris De La Roux, as they navigate a secret love affair that has spanned over 60 years.
Evaristo, who won the Booker Prize for her novel Girl, Woman, Other, visited the set of the new production and was impressed by the attention to detail in recreating the characters’ world. She expressed her excitement, saying, “Everything in here is absolutely perfect.”
The story is set in Hackney, a place Evaristo knows well, having grown up in London. She wanted to capture the essence of the Caribbean community in the area, showcasing the vibrant characters and culture that she remembers from her youth.
Despite the changes in Hackney over the years, Evaristo believes that the characters in Mr Loverman live in their own bubble, unaffected by the outside world. She hopes that the series will enlighten viewers about lives they may not be familiar with and provide a unique and engaging viewing experience.
All episodes of Mr Loverman will be available on BBC iPlayer from 14th October, with the first two parts airing on BBC One that evening. Fans of Evaristo’s work and newcomers alike are sure to be captivated by this new adaptation of her beloved novel.
