I found the show engaging and quickly got hooked. I loved the retro costumes and came to love some of the characters, but it ends so wretchedly. Do not watch this unless you enjoy being incredibly depressed. I don't mind showing the reality of war but at least give us some happiness. I don't understand the horrible decisions by these writers It sets up all these couples and love stories to get you invested only to needlessly kill off every love interest and give no one but the most unlikable character a happy ending. A lot of acting is also very bad. One character's fake accent in the second season completely took me out of the show. That combined with how sad it ends just made it a miserable thing to watch. Don't waste your time

This series is a wonderful delight, especially for female viewers. The characters are so engaging, you feel they are your friends almost instantly. The writers effortlessly draw you into the lives of these ladies, their struggles & their friendships. As the story develops, you find redeeming qualities in the "villains" which make you love them, too. The truth of women keeping the world turning during war while men were off fighting is romanticized a bit, but it is a good reminder that women were the key to the war effort.The only disappointment is that the series ended so soon. Just two seasons leaves you wanting more. They have created a movie in an effort to satisfy the demands of the audience. It aired in March of 2014, but at the time of this posting, is not yet available to watch online. You will not regret investing your time & heart into watching this one! But, you will be a bit heartbroken when you watch the final episode solely because you aren't ready to let go of your new-found friends. However, go immediately to find Land Girls to watch online, and this will help you overcome!

I picked up "Bomb Girls" eager for the Canadian viewpoint in it. At first, the show starts out with decent writing--dangerous setting, hostile and complicated relationships, lots of room for growth, authenticity of fears and expectations of the time period, etc. But as the show continues, the viewer realizes that none of these characters grow. In fact, the show boils down to two things: Love affairs and cat fights. Occasionally, the writers touch on PTSD or on the complications that come from Canada's diverse ethnic population at the time. When the show does reference LGBT activity, it is hush-hush, which is understandable for the time, but never explains that homosexuality was actually a criminal activity until the 60s in Canada. Even though Betty's girlfriend says she is "risking her career," the writers never explain why that is a risk. The relationship between James and Gladys is one of the only strong points in the show; where every other relationship failed, theirs was strong and had potential. The writers would have been wiser to keep that relationship alive instead of discarding it for the simple shock-factor that it provided. The writers, in fact, seem to bypass many of these rich opportunities in favor of predictable characters and illogical problems. Kate is the typical church-mouse-turned- wild-girl; Gladys is the typical rich girl fighting disillusionment of her rich world while running around FOR NO APPARENT REASON with multiple men; Betty looks like the tough girl that she is and sticks to that persona even when it's uncalled for (i.e. WHY does she antagonize Reggie? There is literally no reason for it, other than drama); Lorna seems to stumble into her affair (why? There is no indication of an attraction between those two prior to their kiss), which is hastily justified AFTER it has begun. Lorna is the character with the most potential for greatness, yet she falls victim to the same basic problems that plague the others.It simply seems that there are a lot of loose ends. Predictable characters and predictable writing lead to bored viewers. There is so much possibility for creative writers to swim into uncharted waters here--World War II from the perspective of bomb girls!--yet they avoid much of it for...what? Another kiss. Another drink. Another tense conversation in which no one communicates like people in real life communicate. I'm finishing the show disappointed. While I have enjoyed the music and the superb acting, I don't see myself recommending the show for any valuable historical authenticity or examination.

Fantastic mini-series and knowing it's "made in Canada" tips it over the top! So many incredible scenes, so many incredible stories. Acting, storyline and wardrobe are amazing. Lorna brings sensitivity and passion back to the TV screen. You feel her desire for Marco when he touches her. Wow what a show! The writers and directors put together a wonderful experience for us to enjoy and learn from. Can't wait for more! In fact, I'm already planning a "Bomb Girls" theme party for next season's premiere; cocktails, dresses, handsome men in suits or uniforms. May even serve SPAM like hors d'oeuvre on silver plates.P.S. Where can I get some blue head dress scarves? Congrats!