Hearts and Bones

A British drama television series from 2000, created by Stewart Harcourt, follows a group of friends from Coventry who relocate to London seeking new opportunities and a fresh start. Central to the narrative are brothers Mark Rose (Damian Lewis) and Richard Rose (Hugo Speer), along with Emma Rose (Dervla Kirwan), who is in a seven-year relationship with Mark and shares a son, Sam, with him. Despite marrying Mark, Emma harbors feelings for his brother Richard, leading to a complex love triangle. Richard lives with his girlfriend Louise Slaney (Amanda Holden), a hairdresser whose relationship with him becomes strained due to her mother's illness. Other characters include Michael Owen (Andrew Scarborough), working in the financial sector, and Amanda Thomas (Sarah Parish), each facing their own personal challenges. The series delves into themes of love, betrayal, ambition, and personal growth against the backdrop of London's urban landscape.