Audiobooks narrated by Leah Marks

"A deadly choice. A secret between friends or a stab in the back? Four friends as close as they come. Until a girl’s weekend away leaves them with a shared secret that could destroy them all. But a secret is safe among friends, isn’t it? That’s what they think until in turn they all in turn receive a letter with the grim truth written down in black and white. Someone wants money for their silence – and quick… With the clock ticking, the girls must work out who they can trust and who’s been watching them. And ultimately, discover what they’d do to keep the truth among friends."

Karen Woods (Author), Leah Marks (Narrator)

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Aged to Perfection

"'Dating in your 60s? This is what you need to know' The Telegraph At sixty, Sophia Stone outdoes Bridget Jones in this deliciously daring romcom! Sophia is determined to grow old disgracefully and refuses to be invisible. She craves fiery passion and steamy romance, not targeted ads for funeral plans. After a heart-shattering breakup, she ditches love to date a new man each week for a year. As she flirts, fumbles and sips fizz through an array of encounters, from an opera buff in a cape to an orgasm whisperer, she discovers it's never too late to rewrite your own love story, even if it's not the one you expected… Why readers have fallen in love with Sophia Stone: 'Refreshing, witty, and thoroughly entertaining… Aged to Perfection is a brilliant reminder that age is just a number, and there’s no limit to living life to the fullest.'⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Sophia shows that a sex life and adventure can still be found in later life and that it’s not slippers and knitting just because you reach a certain age … a brilliant read.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Sophia is 60 and single .Why shouldn't she date a different man every week for a year? … Laugh out loud moments, brilliant reading for the older woman or, indeed, women of any age.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Absolutely brilliant, loved it. I will definitely be recommending.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I really enjoyed this novel … Niloufar Lamakan has a strong writing style and I am excited for more.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Loved this story … fun and full of enjoyment.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐ More praise for Aged to Perfection: 'It’s refreshing to see an older heroine portrayed with so much spirit, vulnerability and unapologetic glamour. This is the perfect book to take on holiday, or savour in the garden in the sun with a glass of sangria.' Sixtyplusurfers 'Bold, daring, and gloriously funny.' Helen Lederer 'A fabulous read! I LOVED IT!' Amanda Prowse, International Bestselling Author 'At last, a heroine who proves passion has no age limit!' Kathleen Whyman, Bestselling Author 'Sassy and audacious!' Julietta Henderson, Richard and Judy Book Club author of The Funny Thing About Norman Foreman Niloufar Lamakan celebrates the pursuit of passion in later life. Sophia’s … adventures on the mature dating circuit are hilarious. I recommend Aged to Perfection to anyone who enjoys a rude belly laugh! Paterson Loarn, author of Up the Community Centre"

Niloufar Lamakan (Author), Leah Marks (Narrator)

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The Trade

"Life is tough. Women are tougher. When Gina Turner’s husband, Scott, is sent down for a ten-year stretch, her world falls apart. It’s not just that she misses her husband, but the fact that the Proceeds of Crime team are gunning for all the couple had: her home, her lifestyle, her safety could all be snatched from under her. But she’s not alone. Her friends Lola and Jess have seen their partners get slammed in jail too. Gina has an idea that could save all of them, but it means no more turning a blind eye – instead it’s an eye for an eye… While the women find out if they’ve got what it takes to navigate the Manchester underworld, Scott Turner must face up to the fact his biggest rival has landed in the same jail as him and to survive, both men may need to make a pact. For husband and wife, on the inside and out, it’s time to work out who they can trust – enemies, lovers, friends…or no-one?"

Karen Woods (Author), Leah Marks (Narrator)

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Brendan Behan: Borstal Boy, The Quare Fellow and The Hostage: Three BBC Radio Full-Cast Productions

"A collection of some of the rockstar playwright’s finest work Brendan Behan is widely remembered as a hard-drinking, wise-cracking writer who turned up roaring drunk for interviews and cared little for authority. But he was more than just a hell-raising celebrity. His wit, expressive use of language and understanding of human nature made his writing famous around the world, and his masterpieces The Quare Fellow, Borstal Boy and The Hostage rank among the greatest works of 20th century Irish literature. Dramatisations of all three appear here, alongside a short interview with Behan himself and a fascinating biographical programme celebrating his genius. Charting Behan’s journey from shy, passionate young man to larger-than-life literary superstar, Borstal Boy tells the story of a stammering IRA rebel who finds true friends and first love in an English borstal. Brendan Coyle (Downton Abbey) stars as Behan in this fresh take on his honest, tender 1958 memoir. Behan’s debut play, The Quare Fellow, first produced in 1954, was based on his own prison experiences. A darkly funny drama about a group of inmates awaiting the imminent execution of a fellow prisoner, it is performed here by players from the Arts Theatre, Lyric Theatre, and Ulster Theatre Company, Belfast. And finally, translated from the Gaelic by acclaimed writer Lorcán Ó Treasaigh, An Giall (The Hostage) revolves around a British soldier held hostage by the IRA in a Dublin brothel. This 1988 Radio 3 version is the first English production of Behan’s Irish tragicomedy, which formed the basis of Joan Littlewood 's 1958 Theatre Workshop hit. Also included is a 1959 clip from BBC Television’s Tonight, featuring Brendan Behan in conversation with Derek Hart, and an episode of Great Lives in which Joan Littlewood talks to Humphrey Carpenter about her long-time friend and collaborator. Note: Due to the age of the recordings, the sound quality on The Quare Fellow and Tonight may vary. Cast and credits Written by Brendan Behan Text copyright © Brendan Behan 1954 (The Quare Fellow), 1958 (Borstal Boy, The Hostage) Borstal Boy Cast: Brendan Coyle, Jonny Holden, Joseph Ayre, Leah Marks, Ewan Bailey, Connor Curren, Samuel James, Gerard McDermott Dramatised by Martin McNamara Directed by Anne Isger Production Co-ordinator: Jonathan Powell Sound: Anne Bunting, Jenni Burnett, Ali Craig and Cal Knightley A BBC Audio Production for BBC Radio 4 First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 16 Apr 2023 The Quare Fellow Cast: John McBride, Louis Rolston, Michael Duffy, Sam McCready, Maurice O’Callaghan, Michael Lynch, Charles Witherspoon, Bill Hunter, Peter Adair, Barry Cowan, Brian Cullen, Harold Goldblatt, Joe McPartland, J.J. Murphy, Patrick Brannigan, Jack McQuoid, Jeremy Jones, George Mooney Adapted and produced by David A. Turner First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 22 Sep 1969 The Hostage Cast: Michael Baguley, Brian Kidd, Kieron Smith, Ann Callanan, John Hewitt, Anne Kent, Anthony Finigan, Stephen Ryan, Sean Kearns, Tom Jordan Translated by Lorcán Ó Treasaigh Directed by Jeremy Howe Bagpipes played by Brian Kidd First broadcast BBC Radio 3, 12 Aug 1988 Brendan Behan interview from Tonight Presented by Derek Hart With Brendan Behan First broadcast BBC Television Service, 21 Apr 1959 Great Lives: Brendan Behan Presented by Humphrey Carpenter With Joan Littlewood Produced by Peter Everett First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 2 Nov 2001 © 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Brendan Behan (Author), Ann Callanan, Anne Kent, Brendan Coyle, Brian Kidd, Ewan Bailey, Full Cast, Gerard Mcdermott, John Hewitt, Jonny Holden, Joseph Ayre, Leah Marks, Louis Rolston, Michael Baguley, Michael Duffy, Samuel James (Narrator)

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Audiobooks Narrated by Leah Marks