Incredible listening

OMG this is so good.. Libby Tanner gives an outstanding performance as always, captivating the listeners from start to finish. Very easy listening and I didn't want it to end.
My only complaint is that it wasn't long enough. ​I wish there was more than 8 episodes, 4hrs is just a warm up.
Fantastic job and congratulations to all the cast and writers on a wonderful podcast series. I really hope there will be some more.

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Superb handling of a very difficult subject

Firstly, thank you to the producers of this drama for the well placed and appropriate warnings about triggering content. This is often not done well or at all and can have unexpectedly devastating consequences.

This drama. Well....

As a survivor myself there was a lot here which was retraumatising to listen to. However, I chose to keep listening because of the sensitive and accurate way the subject of child abuse and its horrendous, lifelong effects was handled. Thank you to the writers and producers for having the courage to tackle this subject with such empathy and kindness.

Viewing the technical success of the drama, subject aside, is easy. I rarely give 5* reviews but this production was exceptional from beginning to end. Sound effects were minimal and aided the drama rather than hindering it. The script and dialogue was exceptional. The acting. My goodness the acting. My heart broke and I cried, the actresses giving a truly devastating but beautiful account of what it is like to go through and try to live with such trauma. The acting on the side of the professionals in the story was also outstanding.

I cannot fault this production in any way. Yes it is dark, raw, tragic and extremely hard to listen to in places. Yet it also shines a light on the subject and shows there is some hope even when it seems there can be none. All this is done without cliché or trite response.

Brilliant. Worthy of my rare 5* without a doubt.

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Incredible quality production

Fantastic quality production, story and performance.

Be aware, this is set *after* the conclusion of the Wentworth TV series, and there is one significant late-season spoiler included within the first episode.

I have watched 6 of 8 seasons of the TV series, and this audio series is very much in keeping with the quality and entertainment value of the show. The carry over of three key characters helps connect this series to the TV series wonderfully.

One caveat is that, like the TV series, but perhaps even more so, the story is grimdark horrible and much of the audio includes the characters expressing extreme anger, fear and anguish. This can be tough to listen to, and I would avoid listening to this if desiring any kind of uplift or de-stressing activity. If you are in the mood for something gritty, authentic and hard-hitting, this is a great choice.

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Excellent

There’s nothing to fault about this production: the story, the performances are all flawless. As a fan of the TV show I really enjoyed this whole story, which draws you in immediately yet keeps you guessing until the end. If you’re looking for something to tide you over in between seasons of Wentworth, this will do the job nicely. I’ve read that sadly, wentworth won’t be continuing much longer, but I think it would be a great idea to produce more audio stories like this.

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Wentworth did I say that wow

omg I just started listening to this new wentworth like radio show it is brilliant it makes me want to listen to more but only 8 of them but should be more

if you like wentworth series you love this

10 of 10 thank you for doing this now we know wentworth is ending we want more of something else to do with the series this is great for that

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A decent listen

Overall I have enjoyed this and the performances are really good. I found it a bit tough to follow sometimes and it seems to jump from scene to scene rather abruptly which I found a tad confusing. My biggest gripe is that each episode ends very suddenly with just silence which on the first episode I sat for a good 10 seconds expecting something to happen until I realised the episode had ended.

Overall a good addition to the wentworth series.

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Not an easy listen.

Well-performed by some of the original cast. Be aware that this contains material that some listeners may find disturbing or triggering. I struggled a bit at times.

On an unrelated note: Westfall’s unprofessional behaviour is a bit unconvincing!

More like this - perhaps a less darker topic- would be great!

Didn’t like this at all

Was a big fan of the TV series but I just didn’t like this. Too many new faces and not enough old faces. Production is top notch but a let down.

Can't wait for the next instalment.. Absolutely 💯

Fookin awesome! xxx Can't wait for the next instalment! xxx Libby Tanner is great!

Amazing

I loved it! The story was told amazing well and I am big fan of show