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Viewers craving a gripping gangster drama and searching for fresh viewing material need look no further than a title currently available on Netflix<\/a>, reports the Mirror<\/a>.<\/p>\n This follows recommendations for a “masterpiece” crime period drama<\/a>, a timeless Hollywood classic<\/a> and a programme hailed as Netflix’s “best” offering<\/a>.<\/p>\n Whilst the genre boasts numerous films and television programmes, one particular title has garnered exceptional acclaim on IMDb from enthusiastic viewers.<\/p>\n One reviewer awarded it 9\/10, describing it as an “incredible thriller” before elaborating: “It’s not a true story so they can do anything they go anywhere they want with the story and there are plenty of twists and turns to keep you captivated.<\/p>\n “This show is so much better than I thought it would be and has only gotten better throughout the seasons!”<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Another user detailed in their 9\/10 assessment: “I love Breaking Bad, Fargo, True Detective, Happy Valley, Sherlock and other quality shows that are similar. This show is no Breaking Bad, but it is enjoyable!”.<\/p>\n They continued: “The episodes move quickly and so far, I’m blue at the end that I have to wait another week to see what happens next. The acting is solid, the script is good so far, and if they can keep it up this will be a great show for the long run! I hope it stays around!”<\/p>\n A third awarded full marks, headlining their critique: “I love this show ! ! !” adding: “If you don’t like mafia type movies this show isn’t for you ! I Would definitely recommend watching it ! !” Another glowing 10\/10 review declared: “Mind blowing! The most engrossing series.”<\/p>\n The reviewer continued: “This is not you everyday series on cartels. Honestly, I don’t like cartel stories much. But the script, characters, acting and everything that matter is perfect. Most importantly, The ending is such that it will leave you with a peaceful smile [sic].”<\/p>\n A third perfect score review proclaimed: “It’s addicting” with the viewer observing: “This show is full of suspense, drama, good scenes, good acting and the storyline is top of the line! !”<\/p>\n “Yet another person said in their review: “I found this bu accident and I’m glad I did. Great show w awesome actors!”<\/p>\n Queen of the South drew inspiration from Spanish-language telenovela La Reina del Sur, itself adapted from Arturo P\u00e9rez-Reverte’s novel The Queen of the South.<\/p>\n The story centred on impoverished Mexican woman Teresa Mendoza (portrayed by Alice Braga), forced to flee after a cartel killed her boyfriend.<\/p>\n Teresa arrived in America, where she rose to become a drug queenpin whilst seeking vengeance for her lover’s murder, confronting numerous perils along the way.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Alongside Brazilian leading lady Braga, Queen of the South boasted a cast including Peter Gadiot, Veronica Falc\u00f3n, Hemky Madera, Joaquim de Almeida, Justina Machado, and Molly Burnett.<\/p>\n Whilst both adaptations proved successful, the source novel has similarly garnered considerable acclaim on Amazon Books. One reader awarded the book a full 5\/5 stars, describing it as a “great read”.<\/p>\n They elaborated: “The big plus for me was that having now read the book Alice Braga who played the part of Teressa Mendoza, the anti hero, was a perfect interpretation of the character depicted in the book. A great, well written book [sic].”<\/p>\n Another glowing 5\/5 review stated: “A great novel that I’ve now read twice. The plot is gripping; a real page turner.<\/p>\n “The characters are flawed and believable. And the locations – Mexico, North Africa and Southern Spain – come alive to this UK reader who has never visited any of them.”<\/p>\n The reader also confessed their fondness for the novel was such that they read it twice.<\/p>\n A third high-rated review lauded it as an “enjoyable read”, with the reader remarking: “A look into drug cartels around the world written as a rollicking story. I didn’t want to put it down.”<\/p>\n Queen of the South is streaming on Netflix now<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n **For the latest showbiz, TV, movie and streaming news, go to the new **<\/em><\/strong>Everything Gossip<\/em><\/strong><\/a>** website**<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n