Episode 1
Robert Forrest's thriller, inspired by the diaries of Sei Shonagon. Shonagon and Yukinari return to investigate a new crime in 10th Century Japan.
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.
By Robert Forrest.
Shonagon - Ruth Gemmell
Yukinari - Mark Bazeley
Emperor - Simon Ginty
Empress - Laura Rees
Gisaku - Robin Laing
Producer - Lu Kemp.
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