Audiobooks by Juliet Ace

Crown Papers: The sequel to BBC Radio 4 Regal Drama Crown House

"The dramatic sequel to Crown House It's 1933 and we are back at Crown House where the Minster family are gathering to enjoy the Easter holiday. However, Crown House isn't the idyll it first appears, and a brutal murder disrupts the genial gathering. There's a secret that's been buried for years and the Honourable Mrs Jenny Gaunt is determined to uncover the truth but is she prepared to lose everything she holds dear in the process? Meanwhile, Lady Caroline, who has recently begun a new relationship, is ready to face the consequences of her past actions. Still close with the House of Windsor, Lord and Lady Minster and their family must embark on a new decade, one of change and upheaval. Set across the backdrop of the 1930s and encompassing everything from the silver jubilee of George V to the rise in popularity of Oswald Mosley, this compelling and dramatic sequel builds on the Crown House story. Tradition and continuities are brought into conflict with a changing world as the Minsters must find their place between a bygone era and a fast-paced future. Follow the highs and lows of the Minster family through changing times, scandal, and tragedy, where past and present collide in this thoughtful and compelling drama of a family like no other. Based on the popular Crown House novels by Peter Ling, this six-part drama is written by Juliet Ace (The Archers, Young Victoria) and Peter Ling (The Avengers, Doctor Who). Dinah Sheridan, best know for her roles in Genevieve and The Railway Children, reprises her role as Lady Minster and Geoffrey Whitehead stars as Lord Minster. ©2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd Cast and credits Written by Juliet Ace and Peter Ling Directed by Tracey Neale Lady Minster - Dinah Sheridan William, Lord Minster - Geoffrey Whitehead Beatrice, Dowager Countess - Margaret Rawungs Richard, Viscount Ebony - Michael Cochrane Polly, Viscountess Ebony - Melinda Walker The Hon Nicholas Gaunt - Mark Straker The Hon Mrs Jenny Gaunt - Helena Breck Lady Caroline Gaunt - Deborah Makepeace The Hon Martin Gaunt - Richard Pearce Sir Charles Bowyer - Brett Usher Lady Gina Bowyer - Shelley Thompson Scott Hanson - Colin McFarlane Speaker in meeting - Alan Barker Paul Weyman - Philip Sully Muriel Beasley - Joanna Myers American Matron - Jan Whittenshaw American Nurse - Adjoa Andoh Mr Darrell - Nigel Carrington Lady Cloudesley/A stranger - Susan Sheridan First Broadcast BBC Radio 4, September 1991"

Juliet Ace, Peter Ling (Author), Brett Usher, Colin Mcfarlane, Deborah Makepeace, Dinah Sheridan, Full Cast, Geoffrey Whitehead, Helena Breck, Margaret Rawlings, Mark Straker, Melinda Walker, Phillip Sully, Shelley Thompson, Susan Sheridan (Narrator)

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Twin Reaction: A BBC Radio 4 Detective Drama

"Twin sisters are the investigating police in this unusual three-part detective series Alice and Belinda are identical twins, and have grown up sharing everything: toys, rooms, and friends. But as they begin their careers as detectives - a job they have each wanted for as long as they can remember - a computer error sees them accidentally starting at the same North London police station. Work gives them enough mysteries to be investigating as they attempt to make themselves known and respected in their new roles, but when Belinda is sexually harassed by a colleague, her twin Alice realizes she can use her identical appearance to fight back when her sister no longer can... Created by Juliet Ace, award-winning writer and playwright (The Archers, Young Victoria, A Slight Hitch), Twin Reaction is a fascinating and fresh look at the bond of sisters, the demands of work, and the pleasures and pains of being a woman in the modern world. Starring Jenny Funnel (As Time Goes By, Doctors) and Carolyn Backhouse (Rosemary and Thyme, Jupiter Moon), this compelling series is perfect for listeners of Colvil and Soames, The Lady Detectives, and The Unforgiven. Content Warning: This drama deals with adult themes such as sexual violence Cast and credits Alice - Jenny Funnel Belinda - Carolyn Backhouse Newsome - Eric Allen Glover - Cornelius Garrett Cox - Lindsay Mack Dobson - Ian Sanders Bella - Sue Broomfield Other cast: Rachel Oldfield Paul Nicholson Janet Dale Marilla Robson Brian Gear Jilly Bond William Eedle Sunny Ormonde Linda Regan Joanne Mitchell Written by Juliet Ace Directed by Shaun MacLoughlin Originally broadcast on BBC Radio 4: 7 August - 21 August 1995 ©2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Juliet Ace (Author), Carolyn Backhouse, Cornelius Garrett, Eric Allen, Full Cast, Ian Sanders, Jenny Funnell, Jilly Bond, Lindsay Mack, Marilla Robson, Paul Nicholson, Rachel Oldfield, Sue Broomfield, Sunny Ormonde (Narrator)

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Crown House: A BBC Radio 4 Regal Drama

"A very royal saga about The Crown and a very historic house In this story of Crown House, the grand home of the Ministers, the bond is built between the Minister family and the House of Windsor in this tale of changing times and unvarying traditions. This is a tale of two families and a fresh era for the Minsters of Crown House, and the Royal Family of Windsor. The series follow the birth of a royal baby and the growing closeness of William Minster and his wife Alice to the King and Queen. The life of Crown House's staff, as Jenny Webster, the housekeeper's daughter, watches the developments of the beloved Minsters and the saga unfolds between rich and poor, upper-class and lower-, old and young. Both above and below stairs find their lives changed by the passing years, as they are hit by scandal and heartbreak, accidents and loss, love and secrets. Crown House is a moving story of change and upheaval, with an all-star cast including Jane Asher (Brideshead Revisited, Holby City), Martin Jarvis (Just William, Ring for Jeeves), Dinah Sheridan (The Railway Children, Genevieve), Gayle Hunnicutt (A Woman of Substance, Dallas), Richard Pasco (Mrs Brown, A Dance to the Music of Time), Geoffrey Matthews (Coronation Street, The Day of the Triffids) and many more. Written by Juliet Ace (The Archers, Young Victoria) and Peter Ling (The Avengers, Doctor Who) From Peter Ling's Crown House novels, this drama series shines a light on a very different side of the Windsors, and is just the thing for listeners of Cromwell Vs The Crown, Flying the Flag, and Encounters with Victoria. Cast and credits Jenny - Jane Asher Old Bea - Margaret Rawlings Gina - Gayle Hunnicutt Alice - Dinah Sheridan Richard - Martin Jarvis William - Richard Pasco Nicholas - Dominic Rickhards Lady Flora Kelso - Margaret Ward Sir Charles - Geoffrey Matthews Caroline - Cara Kelly Edith - Barbara Atkinson Polly Harvey - Polly James Paul Weyman - John Pullen Mrs Webster - Eva Stuart Nursemaid - Diana Olsson Hawkins - John Samson Grace Duncan - Barbara Hunt Scott Hanson - Ian Michie Grace Duncan - Barbara Leigh-Hunt Miranda - Andrea Kealy Martin - Henry Power Rollo Paton - Norman Bird Thelma, Lady Furness - Shelley Thompson Louie - Simon Cuff Instructor - Philip Sully Cockney Girl - Alice Arnold Tram conductor - Richard Tate Charles Lindbergh - Ed Bishop Telephone operator - Caroline Gruber Landlady - Zelah Clarke Barman - Peter Craze W T Carpenter - David Goudge Seaman - William Simons Radio announcer / Stoker - Michael Tudor Barnes Written by Peter Ling and Juliet Ace Produced by Graham Gauld Originally broadcast on BBC Radio 4: 30 October - 18 December 1988 ©2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Juliet Ace, Peter Ling (Author), Barbara Atkinson, Barbara Hunt, Cara Kelly, Dinah Sheridan, Dominic Rickhards, Full Cast, Gayle Hunnicutt, Jane Asher, Margaret Rawlings, Margaret Ward, Martin Jarvis, Richard Pasco (Narrator)

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Young Victoria: A BBC Radio 4 drama

"A girl becomes a Queen… This illuminating serial charts the transformation of the young Victoria from spirited teenager to shy young bride to celebrated ruler of Britain and ‘Mother of Europe’. But while her roles changed, her essential nature remained the same: vibrant, passionate, principled and fiercely independent. Through extracts from Victoria’s own diaries and letters, and dramatised episodes featuring the characters closest to her, we are given a thrilling insight into the thoughts and feelings of the woman behind the crown – and the secrets of her mind and heart. The key events of her life are revealed in a new perspective – from her coronation, which captured the heart of a nation; to her blissful wedding and honeymoon; the birth of her nine children and the death of her beloved Albert. Adapted by acclaimed scriptwriter Juliet Ace and featuring a star cast including Adrian Lukis, Anna Massey and Christopher Cazenove, this magical drama paints a detailed portrait of Victoria’s younger life, revealing some of the remarkable and long-lasting achievements of this extraordinary queen. Cast Victoria…Imogen Stubbs Duchess of Kent…Anna Massey Prince Albert…Adrian Lukis Baroness Lehzen…Selina Cadell Sir John Conroy/MP/Lord Aberdeen…John Rowe Lord Melbourne…Christopher Cazenove WAG/Prince Ernest/Page/Anson/Cubitt…Andrew Wincott William IV/Stockmar/Peel…Terence Edmond Prince of Wales Bertie/Paxton…Thomas Arnold Princess Vicky/Helena…Clare Corbett Prince of Wales Bertie (as a child)…George Allonby Produced and directed by Cherry Cookson"

Juliet Ace (Author), Adrian Lukis, Anna Massey, Christopher Cazenove, Full Cast, Imogen Stubbs, John Rowe, Selina Cadell (Narrator)

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Patricia Hodge is Mattie, A Liberated Woman

"Patricia Hodge stars as Mattie in Juliet Ace’s four linked dramas, written especially for Patricia’s voice, in which Mattie reflects on her life as a naval wife, an actress and as a mother and daughter. In these funny and beautifully observed performances we come to meet Mattie as she shares her hard-earned understanding of her life, in all its intimacy.Episodes are: 'The Captain’s Wife', broadcast 8 May 1998; 'Small Parts', first broadcast 21 August 2000; 'Skin', 15 March 2004 and the not previously broadcast episode: 'Upside Down in the Roasting Tin', in which memories of Christmas dinners past and present give the listener a poignant and entertaining sweep through Mattie’s mixed experiences of the festive season."

Juliet Ace (Author), Patricia Hodge (Narrator)

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