Audiobooks Narrated by David Mcalister

A Walk in the Dark: BBC Drama mystery thriller

A five-part vintage crime drama about a mysterious death on an ocean liner Aboard the Carthena, on its way from Sydney to Southampton, a passenger walks on the dark deck, unaware his death is only seconds away. It's a death which will set in motion a criminal investigation stretching from England to Australia. In London, Ruth Cobb receives a visit from the Southampton police, informing her that the dead man was her brother, Stuart. DC 'Birdie' Partridge and his sergeant believe it was an accident, or suicide, but the feisty Ms Cobb is adamant that it was murder. The official report suggests her brother was drunk and depressed after a row with his girlfriend - but the Stuart she knew was gay, and teetotal... Sensing a conspiracy, Birdie disobeys orders and starts probing further - and he soon finds that in Ruth, he has an amateur sidekick who is equally keen to uncover the truth. But the more she pursues her enquiries, the more she puts herself in danger. Can Birdie stop Ruth from becoming the next victim? Created by screenwriter and script editor Chris Boucher, whose TV credits include Shoestring, Juliet Bravo and Bergerac, this absorbing thriller stars Patrick Mower (Emmerdale) as Birdie and Helen Atkinson Wood (Blackadder the Third) as Ruth. Production credits Written by Chris Boucher Directed and produced by Gerry Jones NB: Due to its age, this serial contains some dated attitudes and language Cast DC 'Birdie' Partridge - Patrick Mower DS Dunne - Geoffrey Matthews Ruth Cobb - Helen Atkinson Wood Martin Lennister - David McAlister Captain of the Carthena - Nicholas Courtney Australian driver - Anthony Jackson Daryl Kennedy - John Rowe Server in chip shop - John Warner Hotel receptionist - John Hollis Superintendent - Alan Dudley Mrs Flanders - Heather Bell Detective - Crawford Logan Jones - Derek Pollitt Minicab driver - Martin Friend Hotel landlord - Peter Tuddenham Garvey - Gregory de Polnay Inspector - Michael Godley Mr Dibley - Michael Tudor Barnes Shop assistant - Patience Tomlinson Bank clerk - Gary Cady Stuart Cobb - David Timson First broadcast on BBC Radio 4, 22 November-20 December 1981

Chris Boucher (Author), Anthony Jackson, David Mcalister, Full Cast, Geoffrey Matthews, Helen Atkinson Wood, Nicholas Courtney, Patrick Mower (Narrator)

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Ghost Stories by H G Wells: Six chilling tales from BBC Radio 4

David McAlister reads six supernatural stories from the author of The Time Machine and The War of the Worlds Best known for his science fiction, H.G. Wells was also a master of the ghost story, producing numerous tales of the gothic, the eldritch and the uncanny. These six stories, ranging from the humorous to the horrifying, epitomise the very best of Wells' occult fiction. The Moth Two entomologists are embroiled in a scientific feud. When one dies, the other believes he has discovered a rare new species... The Story of the Late Mr Elvesham A medical student gets more than he bargained for when he accepts an old man's bequest. The Temptation of Harringay Struggling with his latest portrait, an artist is shocked to find it taking on a distinctly diabolical air. The Inexperienced Ghost A man encounters a timid spirit haunting his club, and helps him out - with dreadful consequences. The Stolen Body A psychical researcher attempts an out-of-body experience, with terrifying results. The Door in the Wall Lionel Wallace is haunted by the memory of a green door in a white wall, leading to an enchanted garden. Can he ever find it again?

H.G. Wells (Author), David Mcalister (Narrator)

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Tigers' Quest

Deep in the jungles of India, nature lived as the Creator intended. Yes, there were those who were predator and those who were prey. But balance was maintained, and the symmetry of Life's plan would take your breath away. Then Man came to the jungle. Taking all and leaving nothing, this new King of the Beasts left naught but death and destruction in his wake. Jungles burned, fear took hold, and both the hunter and hunted died in what could only be called the Great Slaughter. There were no more rainbows for anyone. Tiggra and his mate, Clairese, two Royal Bengal tigers, must find a way to survive in this new world, a world where animalkind is swept aside by these ""killers"", or face the ultimate end for anyone who can not adapt...extinction. A full cast audio drama, featuring music and songs by Simon Smith. Starring Phil Snider and Laura Post. Also starring David McAlister. And introducing Stephanie Serfozo as Tiggra. With a special appearance by Jeffrey Coburn as Dr. Jeff Erwin

Lord Steven (Author), David Mcalister, Laura Post, Phil Snider (Narrator)

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