Set against in 18th century Georgian London, Harlots is a
family drama offering a new take on the city's most valuable commercial
activity: sex. Based on the stories of real women, the series follows
Margaret Wells (Morton) and her daughters as she struggles to reconcile
her roles as mother and brothel owner. When her business comes under
attack from Lydia Quigley (Manville), a rival madam with a ruthless
streak, Margaret will fight back, even if it means putting her family at
risk. Brown Findlay will star as Charlotte, Margaret's eldest daughter
and the city's most coveted courtesan who begins to grapple with her
position in both society and her immediate family.
