Newly-married Jennifer visits Neely in Hollywood. Neely's studio schedule is taking its toll on her life and marriage. Jennifer is pregnant but then discovers husband Tony's infidelity so leaves him. Tony's sister Miriam tracks her down and reveals her brother has learning difficulties and so she doesn't think Jennifer should have his baby.

Jacqueline Susann's 1960s best seller. Three beautiful young women become best friends as they carve out careers in the entertainment industry.

Anne Welles... Madeleine Potter
Jennifer North... Julia Ford
Tony Polar ...John Sharian
Nelly O'Hara... Barbara Barnes
Mel... Harry Myers
Miriam... Susan Jameson

Dramatised by Yvonne Antrobus

Producer Claire Grove

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