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1. The Recluse

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Probate researchers Dan and Rachel search for an heir to a 73-year-old recluse. Stars William Ash and Claire Keelan.

When the weekly list of unclaimed estates is published, probate researchers brother and sister team Dan and Rachel begin work.

They search backwards through the family line to try to locate the true heir and get a slice of the fortune.

Susan Pellier, a 73 year-old recluse, has died intestate with no known next of kin.

Dan and Rachel's quest to find an heir leads them to a heartbreaking discovery.

Written in five parts by Cath Staincliffe.

Dan ..... William Ash
Rachel ..... Claire Keelan
Morelli ..... Russell Dixon
Barbara .... Kellie Shirley
Susan ..... Ellie Meigan Rose

Director: Nadia Molinari

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in December 2011.

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15 minutes

Last on

Tue 16 Dec 202503:45
BBC Radio 4 Extra

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  • Mon 12 Dec 201110:45
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  • Mon 2 May 201614:30
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  • Tue 16 Dec 202503:45
    BBC Radio 4 Extra