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Episode 3

Having met a group of acquaintances at the theatre, Humphrey is invited to join them for a meal at the Queen of Clubs and is intrigued when he recognises the so-called proprietor.

Sensitive information is being leaked to the enemy, and the department of counter espionage has sent in Humphrey Neyland to try and discover who is responsible. Having met a group of acquaintances at the theatre, he is invited to join them for a meal at the Queen of Clubs. And he is intrigued when he recognizes the so-called proprietor.

Anton Lesser reads JB Priestley's atmospheric war-time thriller, set in a Midlands town during the blackout.

Abridged and produced by Jane Marshall
A Jane Marshall production for 大象传媒 Radio 4.

15 minutes

Last on

Wed 2 Jun 2010 22:45

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  • Wed 2 Jun 2010 22:45

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