5. Fiction Connection
Val McDermid reveals her personal interest in forensic science and how her research connects with her crime fiction. From 2014. .
Val reveals her personal interest in forensic science and how her research connects with her fiction.
Bestselling crime author Val McDermid is fascinated by forensic science - the secrets it can reveal and the way it has altered the processes of justice. She delves into medical archives including interviews with scientists, exploring as far back as the murder of Julius Ceasar and early recorded forensic science in 13th century China as well as famous modern cases.
Read by Val McDermid
Abridged by Sian Preece
Producer: Allegra McIlroy
First broadcast on Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 in November 2014.
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Writer | Val McDermid |
| Reader | Val McDermid |
| Abridger | Sian Preece |
| Producer | Allegra McIlroy |
Broadcasts
Fri 14 Nov 2014 09:45Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 FM- Sat 15 Nov 2014 00:30Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4
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