Episode 1
Rosemary discovers her mother has written their family history – so decides to add her views. Stars Angela Pleasence.
Rosemary finds some papers, written by her mother, hidden at the back of a drawer. They contain her mother's version of their family history.
Rosemary secretly adds her views.
Margaret Forster's novel about family conflict, first published in 1986,
Omnibus of the first five of ten episodes dramatised by Juliet Ace.
Penelope (mother) . . . . Angela Pleasence
Rosemary . . . . Nichola McAuliffe
Oliver . . . . Simon Armstrong
Grandmother Butler . . . . June Barrie
Mike . . . . Oliver Ryan
Celia . . . . Jenny Funnell
Jess . . . .Gemma Kelly
Emily . . . . Jessica Lloyd
Director: Tanya Nash
First broadcast on Âé¶¹Éç Radio 4 in 2000.
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