Charles Davies believes his life is under threat, after spotting clues in a high-brow magazine's crossword puzzle..

In his latest case, the priestly sleuth, finds Father Troy to be of assistance in an unexpected way.

Starring David Threlfall

Series of murder mysteries featuring Franciscan priest and philosophy lecturer-turned-amateur sleuth, Paolo Baldi

Written by Simon Brett

Paulo Baldi .... David Threlfall
Tina Mahon .... Tina Kellegher
Troy .... TP McKenna
Iris .... Sara Kestelman
Brenda .... Pauline McLynn
Kieran .... Kevin Flood
Tierney .... Kieran Lagan
Davies/Meehan .... Gordon Fulton

Music: Saint Agnes and the Burning Train by Sting.

Format created by Barry Devlin for Sarah Lawson Productions

Developed and produced by BBC Northern Ireland

Directed in Belfast by Lawrence Jackson

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in February 2005. Show less