Audiobooks narrated by Cecilia Appiah

After Midnight: Thirteen Chilling Tales for the Dark Hours

"INTRODUCED BY INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER STEPHEN KING A STUNNING COLLECTION OF DAPHNE DU MAURIER'S THIRTEEN DARKEST STORIES - INCLUDING 'THE BIRDS' AND 'DON'T LOOK NOW' Amid the reflections and twisting alleyways of Venice, a grieving couple are haunted by the past. On a sharp December day, the wind changes - and the birds begin to gather. A group of wartime scientists attempt to capture the power of death, an eye operation reveals a monstrous reality, and a woman returns home to find she doesn't exist. From murderous desires to supernatural forces, du Maurier's masterful short stories stare into the dark heart of our relationships: between men and women, humanity and nature, love and obsession, the future and the past. Whatever you do, don't look now . . ."

Daphne du Maurier (Author), Cecilia Appiah, Elliot Cowan, Hattie Morahan, Jeff Harding, Matt Addis, Owen Findlay, Ruth Lass, Sam Marks (Narrator)

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The Secret Couple

"‘Dark, deceptive and utterly delicious!’ Louise Douglas, author of the Richard and Judy Book Club pick The Secrets Between Us ‘Secrets, lust, lies and murder – a heady combination which kept me reading this book late into the night, and a twist which made me gasp!’ Jackie Kabler Someone knows what they did… A laugh. A touch. A lingering look. A dead body. An affair. A crime years in the making. Alice knows she’s in too deep. But behind closed doors, no one is who they seem… ‘An engrossing, riveting, jaw-dropping psychological thriller that will leave you stunned and satisfied. Lark spins a superb, twisty, compelling tale that you won’t want to miss!’ Lisa Regan, USA Today-bestselling author of the Detective Josie Quinn series Praise for J.S. Lark: ‘A very different, enthralling read that I really didn't want to put down’ Eleine, Goodreads ‘I found myself turning pages late into the night to see what would happen … a unique story’ Jennifer, Netgalley ‘Wow, just as I thought I was right about the ending, I am proven wrong on the very last page’ Kimberley, Goodreads ‘The blurb describes this as creepy, disturbing and genuinely chilling which is spot on… A clever premise, a brilliant read’ Nikki’s Book Blog ‘Wow. Mind Blown. J.S. Lark is a wily wordsmith and not to be trusted’ DJ, NetGalley ‘My goodness, I don’t even know where to start with this one! … At times shocking, this book is an absolute must-read for anyone who likes a psychological thriller’ Emma, NetGalley ‘An original, gripping page turner and it had me guessing and shocked throughout’ Ceri, NetGalley ‘Started reading this Wednesday night and finished it by Friday morning … If you like physiological thrillers then you will love this’ Leanne, NetGalley ‘So many twists and turns that literally left me with my mouth hanging open’ Randi, NetGalley ‘Lots of twists and turns and I just had to read “one more chapter”’ Abbi, NetGalley ‘Wonderful well written plot that had me engaged from the start … Great suspense and found myself second guessing every thought I had’ Billie, NetGalley"

J. S. Lark (Author), Cecilia Appiah, Tom Claxton (Narrator)

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My Mother Said I Never Should: A BBC Radio Full-Cast Production

"Charlotte Keatley's powerful, poignant drama follows four generations of mothers and daughters through the sweeping societal changes of the 20th century ‘A landmark play, the theatrical equivalent of breaking the four-minute mile’ Guardian Written in 1985, this groundbreaking play premiered at Contact Theatre, Manchester, in 1987. It subsequently won the Royal Court/George Devine Award and the Manchester Evening News Best New Play Award, and in 2000, the National Theatre included it in their list of the 100 ‘Significant Plays of the 20th Century’. Translated into 33 languages, it has been performed worldwide and is acknowledged as a contemporary classic. Set in Manchester and London and moving back and forth in time between 1923 and 1987, it focuses on four women from one working-class family, bound together by entanglement and estrangement. Born at the turn of the century, matriarch Doris sacrifices her teaching career to become a wife and mother. Her daughter Margaret believes ‘women can do anything’, but finds herself in ‘50s suburbia juggling work and domesticity. When Margaret’s daughter Jackie, an art student and 1970s hippy, falls pregnant at 18 and has baby Rosie, a decision is made that will have profound and lasting effects on them all… As they navigate the highs and lows of their lives, balancing the complexities of motherhood, education, career and self-expression, we witness how each new generation is able to push further than their parents – and how the choices of one generation affect the potential of the next. Adapted for audio by Keatley herself, this moving, funny and bittersweet drama features an all-female cast, and stars Lesley Nicol, Siobhan Finneran, Cecilia Appiah and Bebe Massey. Production credits Written and adapted by Charlotte Keatley Produced and Directed by Nadia Molinari Pianist: Adam Hutchins Sound Design by Sharon Hughes Production Co-ordinator: Pippa Day This production is dedicated to the memory of Wyllie Longmore Cast Doris – Lesley Nicol Margaret – Siobhan Finneran Jackie – Cecilia Appiah Rosie – Bebe Massey Child Doris – Matilda Kent Child Margaret – Isla Pritchard Child Jackie – Mimi-Raie Mhlanga First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 28 April-5 May 2024 © 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Charlotte Keatley (Author), Cecilia Appiah, Full Cast, Lesley Nicol, Siobhan Finneran (Narrator)

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Will You Read This, Please?

"‘Moving and vital’ i NEWS ‘A beautiful book’ EVENING STANDARD ‘Deserves to be read by as wide an audience as possible’ DAILY MIRROR How do we give a voice to those who so often remain unheard? Will You Read This, Please? is a frank and impactful collection of twelve stories written in conjunction with our best British writers, including Tracy Chevalier and Clare Mackintosh, based on the lived experience of people who have faced mental illness in the UK. Edited by Sunday Times bestselling author Joanna Cannon, the stories told here are powerful, resonant and heart-breaking. This is a ground-breaking and unforgettable collection, shining a light on the stigma and isolation of living with mental illness, while also showing the strength and resilience of the human spirit."

Joanna Cannon (Author), Catrin Walker-Booth, Cecilia Appiah, Eilidh Beaton, Elliot Chapman, Harrison Knights, Joe Jameson, Lucy Price-Lewis, Mofetoluwa Akande (Narrator)

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Eleanor Rising: The Complete Series 1-3: A BBC Radio full-cast drama

"All 3 series of the thrilling dramatic account of one of Europe's most extraordinary women, Eleanor of Aquitaine, based on historical fact, legend - and rumour. Wife and mother to a dynasty of kings, crusader, prisoner and formidable political operator, Eleanor of Aquitaine is a thoroughly modern woman, despite living almost 900 years ago. Intelligent, witty and independent, she is tough enough to forge her own destiny - and subtle enough to shape the world to her will. At only 15 years old, she has one ambition: to become duchess and ruler of the Aquitaine, the richest province in France. But the men around her have other ideas. A young woman with so much power is too great a threat, so she is quickly married off to the heir to the throne. The wedding feast is barely over before she finds herself facing an imminent attack, a kidnap attempt and a midnight escape on horseback. Surviving to become queen of France, she moulds her young husband into a fit king - but in wielding her influence, she makes powerful enemies who are determined to bring her down. Yet somehow she manages to stay one step ahead, even as she embarks on a scandalous crusade and risks everything to try and secure her future.... Written by award-winning dramatist Shaun McKenna, this epic drama stars Rose Basista as Eleanor, Cecilia Appiah and Elinor Coleman as Petronilla, Joel McCormack as Louis and Tony Turner as Raymond of Antioch. Written by Shaun McKenna Directed and produced by Marc Beeby and Gemma Jenkins Cast Eleanor - Rose Basista Petronilla - Cecilia Appiah/Elinor Coleman Duke William - John Lightbody Archbishop Laroux/Theobald - Roger Ringrose Pierre - Luke Nunn The Dauphin, Louis - Joel McCormack Abbot Suger - Carl Prekopp/Nicholas Murchie Cardinal Yves - Carl Prekopp Geoffrey of Anjou - David Sturzaker Papal Legate - Tony Turner Geoffrey de Rançon - Stewart Campbell Empress Irene - Jane Slavin German soldier/Ralph de Vermandois - Nicholas Murchie Raymond of Antioch - Tony Turner ©2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Shaun Mckenna (Author), Cecilia Appiah, Elinor Coleman, Full Cast, Joel Mccormack, Rose Basista, Tony Turner (Narrator)

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Audiobooks Narrated by Cecilia Appiah