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Episode 4

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Shonagon and Yukinari return to uncover another mystery in 10th century Japan.

Shonagon and Yukinari return to investigate a new crime in 10th century Japan. Inspired by the diaries of Sei Shonagon.

Set in 10th Century Japan, this is the third thriller inspired by the diaries of Sei Shonagon. 

Lady Shonagon and Lieutenant Yukinari return to investigate a murder in the Palace of the Sun Goddess. A favourite of the Emperor is found drowned in a pool in the Palace Gardens. But before Yukinari can investigate, the body is given a ceremonial burial and all trace of the crime washed away by the spring rains. 

Yukinari begins to understand the extent of Giasaku's power over the courtiers in the Palace and to imagine the danger that power might have held for some. 

By Robert Forrest. 

Shonagon - Ruth Gemmell
Yukinari - Mark Bazeley
Empress - Laura Rees
Gisaku - Robin Laing
Tadanobu - Cal Macaninch

Producer - Lu Kemp.

15 Minute Drama: The Pillow Book, series 3

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