Discussion: What do you think about John Seymour?

"Do you think John Seymour will be portrayed as ruthless as Thomas Boleyn? Or will that honor belong to Jane's brother, Edward? "

"In season 3, of course. :-D Historically, he died not long after Jane became Queen, so I'm guessing if they make one of them ruthless, it will be big, bad brother, not big, bad, daddy."

"Edward, I'd say, and possibly Tom. As you say, historically John Seymour was out of the picture not long after Jane became Queen but, even if he hadn't, I'd say that they'd still go with the brother(s), if only to avoid a rehash of Thomas Boleyn."

"In terms of the characters, I'd have to say Boleyn. While both men can be ruthless, as a father, John Seymour seems more caring towards his children. Granted, this isn't exactly difficult."

"Well, the *character* hasn't done that, at least not that we know of. In terms of the real people, I'd have to do more reading to decide which of the two was worst."

"As far as the characters on the show, I think Thomas Boleyn is far worse. He doesn't appear to have any of the warm affection for his children that John seems to show for his daughter. One thing I remember is a scene where Anne has been ill. George motions to hug his father and his father is very stiff and without emotion in the embrance."

"I know! Wasn't that awful? For a minute, you think the man cares and then you realize he thought he had lost his prize cow. "