Notes on a Scandal written by Zoe Heller performed by Anna Massey on CD (Abridged)

A Genius Performance by Anna Massey!

When the new teacher first arrives, Barbara immediately senses that this woman will be different from the rest of her staff-room colleagues. But Barbara is not the only one to feel that Sheba is special, the deputy Head is also very interested. Much to her surprise Sheba is involved in an illicit affair, not with the Deputy Head but with a pupil. Barbara finds the relationship abhorrent, of course, but she is the only adult in whom Sheba can properly confide. So when the liaison is found out and Sheba's life falls apart, Barbara is there..

Though this books deals with a potentially difficult theme it does so with considerable care and Anna Massey's performance is perfect!