The Cazalets: The Epic Full-Cast BBC Radio Dramatisation

The story, it's always all about the story telling

Rachel, lovable and believable

Listening while on holiday so lying on a beach was transported into their world

No, too long for that !

Penelope Wilton's beautiful narration and the perfect dramatisation.

Sid's fight against cancer.

No not yet but I am looking forward to listening.

Numerous moments moved me. Although my hanky was used many times for sad bits, there is a lovely sense of hope throughout.

The Cazalets books are one of my favourite reads and this dramatisation is just wonderful.

I bought this after listening to a few chapters on the BBC radio app. It was amazing - it's set in the past but had timeless themes - love, adultery, family loyalty and teenagers trying to find their way. Absorbing, and hugely enjoyable. I wish that the story could carry on.

I didn't want this to end. I would like to know what happens next. I felt bereft when it ended. I loved every character played, even if I disliked the portrayed character traits. I wish there was more.

Just wonderful, a great series of novels expertly dramatised by the BBC. Highly recommended! 5 Stars!!

Had not heard of the books before purchase and listened through numerous listening mostly bedtime. Enjoyable and narration by Penelope Wilton very much in keeping with the piece. I found it flowed well even with the stops and starts. I am now interested in listening to the individual books now.

I loved listening to this drama. It was stylish and the voices were easily distinguishable from one another. There was a big cast and so it was very professionally done without the same actor taking more than one part which is sometimes the case in lesser dramas.

I'm only sad it's over as I shall miss the characters so much. Really a great listen. Don't hesitate you will love it. Thank you BBC.

A woman's book, in my opinion, and I wish there were more like it. This is a many-faceted saga about the Cazalet family which I found totally compelling. The most intimate thoughts of every character are revealed; their reactions to the many problems that arise, their relationships, all are described with understanding and compassion. What obviously concerns this writer is how vulnerable people are exploited and even abused by the ruthless and selfish partners they often attract. This is a keeper!

I have read the Cazalet Chronicles so many times that the characters are like old friends. The adaptation is so beautifully abridged and acted that I think I will always hear these voices when I next return to the books.

...Just like the books. This is a fabulous story, beautifully told. I loved it and will be recommending it to friends and family. And listening to it again very soon!