A Radio 4 dramatization of Dickens's novel set against the bustle of a mighty city. Humbled and alone, his trading empire in ruins, the cold and uncaring Dombey seems doomed. But the love of his daughter brings redemption and understanding to a man whose only reason for living was Dombey and Son.
Wealthy businessman Rex Fortescue is found dead with rye grain in his pocket. His death is followed in quick succession by a woman dying while eating bread and honey, and a maid in her garden. Inspector Neele, in charge of investigating the spate of murders, consults with Miss Marple, who has an interesting...