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4. Confrontation
Episode 4 of 10
Nicola does her best to defend Carl but is herself threatened by Dermot. Ruth Rendell's final novel read by Patricia Hodge.
Dermot's threatening presence in the house in Maida Vale has become all-pervasive.
After Carl reveals the hold Dermot has over him, Nicola decides to confront him herself. But Dermot refuses to be cowed and instead turns the focus upon her, describing how abhorrent he finds it that she and Carl are living in sin.
Ruth Rendell's final novel is a dark and atmospheric tale of psychological suspense.
Abridged by Robin Brooks.
Read by Patricia Hodge.
Producer: Kirsteen Cameron
First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in December 2015.
Last on
Thu 4 May 202321:30
BBC Radio 4 Extra
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Reader | Patricia Hodge |
| Author | Ruth Rendell |
| Abridger | Robin Brooks |
| Producer | Kirsteen Cameron |
Broadcasts
Thu 3 Dec 201522:45BBC Radio 4- Thu 4 May 202321:30BBC Radio 4 Extra
