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You can catch up on these iconic episodes through recaps on The Review Geek or explore detailed reviews at Austenprose . Downton Abbey Season 3 Episode 3 - Jane Austen's World
: Matthew Crawley unexpectedly inherits a massive fortune from the father of his late fiancée, Reggie Swire. Initially, he feels it would be "blood money" to use it, causing a rift with Lady Mary, who sees it as the only way to save Downton.
: In one of the show's most heartbreaking moments, Lady Sybil dies shortly after giving birth to her daughter due to eclampsia. Her death leaves the family in deep mourning and creates a long-lasting rift between Cora and Robert over his medical decisions.
: A bitter feud erupts between Thomas Barrow and O'Brien. O’Brien nearly succeeds in getting Thomas arrested for his advances toward a new footman, but Lord Grantham ultimately intervenes.
: The season opens with the joyous marriage of Mary and Matthew, seemingly securing the future of the estate.
: Lord Grantham reveals that the family’s fortune was lost due to a bad investment, putting the entire estate at risk.
