With the death toll from Maternal Death Syndrome rising daily and the world on the brink of disaster, teenager Jessie Lamb becomes convinced she must take action.

Her act of heroism could save the human race.

But will those closest to her offer their support?

Starring Holliday Grainger.

Jane Rogers dramatises her award-winning novel in five-parts.

Jessie ...... Holliday Grainger
Joe ...... Mark Jordon
Cath ...... Joanne Mitchell
Mandy ...... Kate Coogan
Baz ...... Oliver Lee
Lisa ...... Nisa Cole

Director: Nadia Molinari

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in June 2013. Show less