Kate Croy is in love with Merton Densher; a poor writer. Her rich aunt Maud disapproves.

Maud has offered Kate a wealthy existence but if Kate chooses to marry Merton she risks losing it all.

When American Heiress Milly Theale steps into her London society, Kate sees a way out...

Henry James's passionate and heart-breaking novel about desire and money.

Dramatised by Linda Marshall Griffiths.

Milly Theale.....Jodie Comer
Lord Mark.....Jack Lowden
Kate Croy.....Aisling Loftus
Susie Stringham.....Christine Bottomley

Director: Nadia Molinari

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in April 2018 Show less