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7. Michael

Episode 7 of 15

As Bernard heads to war, Queenie’s home life begins to change. Stars Lyndsey Marshal and Stephen Tompkinson.

Queenie begins to regret her decision to marry Bernard and when war breaks out she finds solace elsewhere.

Andrea Levy's award-winning novel exploring empire, prejudice, war and love in Jamaica, England, America and India.

Dramatised by Pat Cumper

Queenie … Lyndsey Marshal
Bernard ... Stephen Tompkinson
Michael ........ Javone Prince
Arthur … Mark Straker

Music by Felix Cross

Director: Sally Avens

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in September 2006.

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15 minutes

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