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When copywriter Victor Dean falls to his death on the stairs
of Pym's Advertising Agency, everyone assumes it was an unfortunate
accident. His replacement doesn't think so, and begins asking
a lot of questions. The new man is something of a mystery
to his colleagues, and he certainly dresses well considering
his meagre writer's salary. Of course, the new copywriter
is none other than Lord Peter Wimsey, working incognito to
discover the truth...
Murder
Must Advertise is
part of the Dorothy L. Sayers BBC Crime series of audio releases.
The story opens with Lord Peter Wimsey starting work at Pym's
Advertising Agency, in an undercover attempt to dig a little
deeper into the death of his predecessor. In
between writing catchy slogans, Wimsey sets out to catch the
murderer and in the process manages to uncover a network of
blackmailers, drug pushers and killers.
But
the deeper he gets into this criminal underworld, the more
his own life is in danger - and as the murders increase, he
must work to a tight deadline if he is to solve the case before
it's too late.
This
radio production was first broadcast in 1979 and stars Ian
Carmichael as Lord Peter, with Allan Cuthbertson, Edward de
Souza and Frances Jeater. There's also a cameo appearance
from Richard O'Callaghan (who Carry On fans will remember
from Carry on Loving and Carry On at Your Convenience).
Spread
over two CDs, this two hours, twenty minutes drama has plenty
of twists to keep you guessing as to who, if anyone, is responsible
for the murder that started Wimsey's investigation. Along
the way he catches the eye of Dian de Momerie, who is the
driving force behind the Bright Young Things, who in the '30s
beautified London with their carefree antics.
The
conclusion is rather bizarre, but refreshingly original. However,
Wimsey playing judge, jury and executioner is a little hard
to swallow. Having spotted a mysterious figure why didn't
he try and have him arrested?
That
minor quibble aside, this is an entertaining audio drama.
Nick
Smithson
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