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One of the adventures of the sophisticated sleuth, Paul Temple.
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51 of 52 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
When our eyes are otherwise occupied, or even closed, and we have a liking for a good thriller or murder mystery, there is nothing better than listening to one or other of the Paul Temple cases reissued from the BBC archives. At least four components account for this. They were written by Francis Durbridge, they were produced by Martyn C Webster, the theme music was "Coronation Scot" by Vivian Ellis, and the part of Steve, Paul Temple's wife, was played for more than twenty years by Marjorie Westbury. Durbridge kept to a reliable formula: a mystery somehow comes to the notice of journalist/writer Paul Temple, and solving it will bring numerous visitors to his Mayfair flat, including Scotland Yard personnel, and involve Paul and his wife Steve in numerous lucky escapes from drowning, bombs, decapitation, kidnapping, poisoning, car crashes and being shot. Sounds absurd? Well, the theme music will somehow carry you willingly and innocently into this elegant but dangerous world and the high production values established by producer Martyn C Webster will stamp it with quality. Much of the magic derives from the work of Marjorie Westbury. This diminutive lady, already in her 60s when "The Geneva" Case" was first broadcast, convinces you that Steve is a vivacious young woman of about half that age. Her every word, and every inflexion will enable you to "see" the scene, "touch" her feelings, and believe in it all.
The case Paul Temple investigates in "The Geneva Mystery" is the apparent death in Geneva of the brother-in-law of a wealthy financier, Maurice Lonsdale. Mr Lonsdale's sister, presumably a widow, becomes increasingly certain that her husband is still alive. The Temples travel to Switzerland, encountering further drama and mystery when crossing the Channel, in a wagon-lit express, and when having a sleigh ride.
About ten radio dramatizations of the Paul Temple mysteries have survived in the BBC archives. This is the second last, dating from 1965.
34 of 37 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio Cassette
After weeks of calendar crossing I was delighted to finally get my hands on Paul Temple and the Geneva Mystery and by Timothy it's another cracker.
Paul and Steve are off to Geneva to confirm or deny the death or disappearance of Carl Milbourne who was surely "Too Young To Die".
I had intended to try and prolong the thrill by listening to an episode a night but after the first bars of Coronation Scott transports you into Durbridge World, I defy anyone not to devour this in one sitting.
Paul and Steve are off to Geneva to confirm or deny the death or disappearance of Carl Milbourne who was surely "Too Young To Die".
I had intended to try and prolong the thrill by listening to an episode a night but after the first bars of Coronation Scott transports you into Durbridge World, I defy anyone not to devour this in one sitting.
Lock the doors and take the phone off the hook!.
18 of 20 people found the following review helpful
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Another fantastic all cast radio dramatisation of a classic book. This crime thriller will leave you guessing until the end with it's twists and turns and will leave you searching for more from the late Francis Durbridge. The radio cast have done a tremendous job in transporting the listener back to the days of the Paul Temple. A must for all fans of Crime and Thriller.
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My advice? Stick to the full cast BBC dramatisations
This is not the BBC dramatisation which is a pity. The storyline of all Paul Temple cases is confusing but at least with different voices you have the chance to make some sense of... Read more
Published 6 months ago by fivestarfrankie
Thoroughly good romp
I decided to buy a number of Paul Temple BBC cast cd's due to the demise of BBC7. Also as the Beeb put these stories on at 1 in the morning, I didn't always hear each episode. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Tootles
Predictably Good
Well, you're not ever going to be genuinely surprised by this production, but it's a great accompaniment to a long drive or a boring flight. Read more
Published 7 months ago by AlanMusicMan
Great for late night or long car journey
A superb unedited reading of the great Francis Durbridge character Paul Temple - this time in an adventure involving a Hollywood actress and a European trip. Read more
Published 8 months ago by M. A. Dunnington
Paul Temple and the Geneva Mystery: Francis Durbridge, complete and...
When Paul Temple and his wife, Steve, are asked to investigate the death of a publisher in Switzerland, he is at first reluctant. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Victor
Enjoyable...
This story, is spread over 4 CD's and lasts around 4.5 hours.
Paul Temple is an English Private Investigator living in London in the 70's, and is consulted by the police... Read more
Paul Temple is an English Private Investigator living in London in the 70's, and is consulted by the police... Read more
Published 10 months ago by Mike J
My Favourite Paul Temple
If you are a fan of Paul Temple and haven't got this one, it is great. My favourite by far. Great cast
Following a death in Geneva, Paul and Steve are hired by the dead... Read more
Following a death in Geneva, Paul and Steve are hired by the dead... Read more
Published 10 months ago by Louis
Sleuthing Amongst the Snowy Alps
When Paul Temple is asked by his agent to speak to the widow of publisher Carl Milbourne little does he know the trouble it will cause. Read more
Published 11 months ago by R. E. Quinn
Doesn't Really Break The Mould
Another exciting Temple adventrue whereby he's rushing around trying to catch villians which, unsurprisingly, seem to surround him at every turn. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Coincidence Vs Fate
Paul Temple ... in danger again!
It is very difficult to beat a good Paul Temple mystery - especially when it is well read. Toby Stephens does a fantastic job on this BBC Audio release, with a voice that is easy... Read more
Published 12 months ago by hmcni
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