Thing is until 1897, it had been months since we heard a peep out of Barnabas in regards to Josette. So, Rachel was a welcome sight, imo. But, Kitty was definitely an improvement over Rachel. The reincarnation was one of my favorite things about 1897. It was a perfect end to a great story. Now, if only they hadn't cut it off so short. And yes, count me in the camp who wanted Barnabas and Josette to finally end up together in HODS. And one of the folks who really enjoys the reincarnation aspect of the original and revival. There is just so much more tension when it's there, though I wouldn't mind if they went with a mad Maggie approach for the new version to spice things up a little. Barnabas is a lot more demented when he kidnaps girls and tries to turn them into his perfect bride, and that is certainly enjoyable too.