Stepping into the world of Maxton Hall on screen has been a whirlwind for both fans and its creator, Mona Kasten. As the German author watches her bestselling novels bloom into a Prime Video romance series, she’s eagerly weighed in on how the characters she dreamed up in 2018 now leap off the page in a whole new adaptation.
Author Mona Kasten praises the Maxton Hall adaptation
“I was thrilled to see Damian and Harriet breathe life into James and Ruby,” Kasten told The Hollywood Reporter, glowing with pride. Damian Hardung’s portrayal of the charming but guarded James captures every ounce of his complexity, while Harriet Herbig-Matten’s Ruby shines with the same determination and bright spirit she wrote into her heroine. Kasten even applauded how certain lines from her novels made it into the script word for word, adding a dash of authenticity that delighted long-time readers. Beyond the acting, she’s most excited that Prime’s success means her books will now be translated into English, opening the doors for thrilled new audiences to discover Maxton Hall’s secrets.
What to expect in Season 2 of Maxton Hall
Mark your calendars for November 7, when Maxton Hall returns darker and more emotional than ever. This time, James grapples with the grief of losing his mother, and Damian Hardung hints at a season steeped in trauma and heartache. Fans will see whether Ruby’s unwavering support can weather these storms—testing both their bond and the lessons of resilience Kasten treasures: that no dream is too big, and even in hardship, we have the power to shape our own destinies.
