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The Mystery of Edwin Drood: A full-cast BBC dramatisation with a brand new ending

A thrilling radio re-imagining telling the story of Charles Dickens' last days, and providing a brand new conclusion to his famous unfinished novel April, 1870. Bone-weary, sick, and struggling with a hidden guilt, Charles Dickens is grappling with what will be his final book - The Mystery of Edwin Drood. Two months later, he is dead, and the novel remains unfinished: only 6 of the 12 planned instalments had been completed. Centring around the title character, whose sudden disappearance throws the town of Cloisterham into a panic, the story introduces us to a host of potential suspects who could have caused him harm. Edwin's fiancée, Rosa Bud, was having second thoughts about their engagement; his uncle, John Jasper, was known to be jealous of him; and orphan twins Neville and Helena Landless had both tangled with Edwin too. Rumours of murder abound, but his fate is left unanswered... Set in a phantasmagorical, drug-fuelled landscape where nobody is who or what they claim to be, and motives are more tangled than the alleyways of the nightmare city where the action unfolds, this compelling mystery is one of the greatest puzzles of literature. In this new, fast-moving and impressionistic retelling, we track Dickens as he works on the novel in the weeks before his death, and follow his daughter Kate as she strives to solve the mystery of who killed Drood - and understand the demon that drove her father to fatal exhaustion. Also included is a bonus documentary, The Mystery of the Mystery of Edwin Drood, in which Frances Fyfield uses her crime-writer's insights to try and find out what really happened to Dickens' eponymous hero. Cast and credits Written by Charles Dickens Adapted by Mike Walker Produced and directed by Jeremy Mortimer Executive producer: James Robinson Kate Dickens... Pippa Nixon John Jasper... Joel McCormack Edwin Drood ... Iwan Davies Rosa Bud ... Isabella Inchbald Princess Puffer... Rachel Atkins First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 21 December 2020-1 January 2021 The Mystery of the Mystery of Edwin Drood Presented by Frances Fyfield With Simon Brett and Professor Jenny Hartley Produced by Tom Alban First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 19 January 2021

Charles Dickens (Author), Isabella Inchbald, Iwan Davies, Joel Mccormack, Pippa Nixon, Rachel Atkins (Narrator)

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Charlotte: A rich, beautifully-written, feminist retelling of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice

Everybody believes that Charlotte Lucas has no prospects. She is unmarried, plain, poor and reaching a dangerous age. When she stuns the neighbourhood by accepting the proposal of buffoonish clergyman Mr Collins, her best friend Lizzy Bennet is appalled by her decision. Yet this is the only way Charlotte knows how to provide for her future. Her married life will propel her into a new world: not only of duty and longed-for children, but secrets, grief, unexpected love and friendship, and a kind of freedom. Jane Austen cared deeply about the constraints on women in Regency England. This powerful reimagining takes up where Austen left off in Pride and Prejudice, showing us a woman determined to carve a place for herself in the world. Charlotte offers a fresh, feminist addition to the post-Austen canon, beautifully imagined, and brimming with passion and intelligence.

Helen Moffett (Author), Isabella Inchbald (Narrator)

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Love in the Elephant Tent

If you live life without a net, what happens when you fall? Kathleen Cremonesi knew early on she wanted to be different. Determined to avoid following in her mother's footsteps to an ill-fated marriage, Kathleen left Oregon in her early 20s to travel across Europe. On a whim, this former administrative assistant with wanderlust took a job as a dancer in an Italian circus and, working her way up, became an ostrich-riding, shark-taming showgirl. Kathleen bonds with the exotic animals that could strike and kill at any moment, but instead bring her a peace she has never known. And when she stumbles into the arms of Stefano, the sexy elephant keeper, she finds a man who understands her wild spirit. With thrilling prose and vivid descriptions, Kathleen takes the reader around the Mediterranean, where she discovers unexpected friends and learns how to cook, forgive, and love - across language barriers.

Kathleen Cremonesi (Author), Isabella Inchbald (Narrator)

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Underground: Tales for London

Every line tells a different story ... A troubled young woman travels across London to end an abusive relationship. An agitated father gets lost in the city with an injured toddler. Two men - who unknowingly cross paths every day - finally meet one life-changing afternoon. A sudden death on the platform at Blackfriars sparks rumours of murder. Underground, we are at once isolated and connected. We avoid eye contact and conversation while our lives literally intersect with those of strangers. As we stand on the tube, it becomes possible to travel far further than expected - and this sense of possibility lies at the heart of this stunning collection. Twelve writers explore life on the London Underground through eleven short stories and one memoir, commissioned to mark the opening of the Elizabeth line.

Various (Author), Adele Oni, Ash Rizi, Isabella Inchbald, Sarah Beckett, Thomas Mcgairl (Narrator)

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The Classroom: A gripping and terrifying thriller which asks who you can trust in 2018

Don't miss the chilling new psychological thriller from A.L. Bird, author of The Good Mother and Don't Say a Word, perfect for fans of C L Taylor, Sherryl Brown and Lisa Hall. Letting go of your daughter for the first time isn't easy... After years of IVF, Kirsten White is a devoted mum to Harriet - and she can't believe the time has come to send her little girl off to school. But Harriet has now turned five, and she can't stay Kirsten's baby forever. It might be hard, but it's time to entrust her daughter's care to her new teacher. ... the classroom is the one place she should be safe. Miriam Robertson has been waiting for the perfect little girl to walk into her class. She's very picky... but when Harriet walks in, Miriam knows: this is the child she's been waiting for. Harriet knows not to speak to strangers. But her lovely new teacher isn't a stranger at all. In fact, she's her new best friend. And you can always trust your friends... can't you? Praise for A.L. Bird: 'A fast-paced, gripping thriller.' B A Paris, bestselling author of Behind Closed Doors and The Breakdown 'Intense and brilliantly uncomfortable reading' Lisa Hall, bestselling author of Between You and Me 'An absolutely jaw dropper and a must read for all.' - Karen Whittard, Netgalley reviewer 'Readers hear claim that, "This book will leaving you guessing until the end.?? I am glad to say that, for once, the claim is true.' - M Scott, Netgalley reviewer 'Kept me up all night.' - Kathleen Johnson, Netgalley reviewer 'The psychological tension ramps up to a plot twist that took me completely by surprise.' - Avonna Kershey, Netgalley reviewer 'Wow! A well deserved 5 stars, one of the best pyschological fiction books of this year so far!' - Julia Beales, Netgalley reviewer 'One you get towards the end you better hope you're not needed for anything because you will find yourself glued until the last word.' - Tara Sheehan, Netgalley reviewer 'Impossible to put down.' - Linda Strong, Netgalley reviewer 'A pacy, action-packed, brilliantly plotted psychological thriller with one hell of a showdown. I absolutely loved it!' - Diane Jeffrey, author of Those Who Lie

A. L. Bird (Author), Isabella Inchbald (Narrator)

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Paris by the Book: one of the most enchanting and uplifting books of the summer!

HELLO!'s 'Pick of the Week' A whirlwind mystery and unravelling love story set in a little bookshop in the heart of Paris. What readers are saying about Paris by the Book: 'Heartbreaking, moving and completely riveting.' 'Quirky and unusual.' 'Atmospheric and with a lot of charm.' 'An engaging book perfect for reading with a coffee.' 'A contemporary tale of love, loss and books...a literary lover's delight.' Some stories are still waiting to be found. In a city of millions, it's easy to lose someone... Twelve weeks before Leah Eady arrived in France, her husband disappeared. Early one morning, he walked out the door and never came back. All he left behind was a scrumpled note in a cereal box, leading her to the bustling streets of Paris. Once she arrives, she discovers a mysterious unfinished manuscript written by her husband, and set in the very same city. Hoping to uncover more clues, Leah takes over a crumbling bookshop with her two young daughters, only to realise that he might just be closer than any of them ever imagined... ...but what if he doesn't want to be found? Don't miss the breathtaking debut from Liam Callanan, perfect for fans of Nina George, Victoria Hislop and Muriel Barbery.

Liam Callanan (Author), Isabella Inchbald (Narrator)

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Audiobooks Narrated by Isabella Inchbald