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5. Desperate

As Dermot and his girlfriend take over the garden of the house, their presence weighs heavily on Carl. Read by Patricia Hodge.

Miserable and desperate, Carl is placed under further pressure by Dermot, his blackmailing tenant.

Ruth Rendell's final novel is a dark and atmospheric tale of psychological suspense.

Read by Patricia Hodge.

Abridged by Robin Brooks.

Produced by Kirsteen Cameron.

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in December 2015.

15 minutes

Last on

Fri 5 May 202321:30

Credits

RoleContributor
ReaderPatricia Hodge
AuthorRuth Rendell
AbridgerRobin Brooks
ProducerKirsteen Cameron

Broadcasts

  • Fri 4 Dec 201522:45
  • Fri 5 May 202321:30