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In 1566, half the nobles of Scotland plan to murder Mary, Queen of Scots' private secretary, the Italian David Rizzio - right in front of the Queen. Read by Siobhán Redmond. Show more
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By Denise Mina. In the immediate aftermath of the assault on Rizzio, Mary begins to fear for her own life and that of her unborn child. Read by Siobhán Redmond. Show more
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By Denise Mina. As the plotters discuss their plans, it dawns on a drunken Darnley that he may be the next victim of the coup.
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By Denise Mina. The plotters break into Mary’s apartments. While her treacherous husband restrains the Queen, Rizzio cowers behind her skirts. Read by Siobhán Redmond. Show more
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By Denise Mina. Mary begins to hatch an escape plan – but she will need the help of the husband who betrayed her. Read by Siobhán Redmond. Show more
