The Haunted Library

As the pursuit of justice gives way to tragedy, Victor is forced to watch the consequences of his actions unfold in silence. Tormented by guilt and convinced he bears responsibility for a growing chain of suffering, he withdraws from those who love him and sinks deeper into despair.
Brilliant young scientist Victor Frankenstein defies the natural order, piecing together a living creature from stolen body parts. But horror instantly replaces triumph when he looks upon his grotesque creation. A relentless game of cat-and-mouse ensues between the desperate Frankenstein and the monster he abandoned. 
The Haunted Library is open. Come in. Stay awhile. 
Narrated by Colin Morgan  
Written by Mary Shelley
Sound design by Jon Nicholls  
Produced by Lydia Shamah for BBC Studios  
Associate Producer: Lorna Newman for BBC Studios  
Recording Engineer: Poppy Humphries for ID Audio 
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A shocking message from home shatters Victor's fragile peace and draws him back to Geneva. There, in the midst of grief and a violent storm, he comes face to face with a sight that confirms his darkest fears. Yet as suspicion falls elsewhere and an innocent person is accused, Victor finds himself trapped between the truth and the certainty that no one would believe it.
Brilliant young scientist Victor Frankenstein defies the natural order, piecing together a living creature from stolen body parts. But horror instantly replaces triumph when he looks upon his grotesque creation. A relentless game of cat-and-mouse ensues between the desperate Frankenstein and the monster he abandoned. 
The Haunted Library is open. Come in. Stay awhile. 
Narrated by Colin Morgan  
Written by Mary Shelley
Sound design by Jon Nicholls  
Produced by Lydia Shamah for BBC Studios  
Associate Producer: Lorna Newman for BBC Studios  
Recording Engineer: Poppy Humphries for ID Audio 
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victor finally achieves the goal that has consumed him for years, but the moment of success quickly turns to horror. Terrified by what he has brought into the world, he abandons his creation and descends into illness and despair. As his devoted friend Henry Clerval helps him recover, Victor tries to bury the events of that night, but the shadow of his experiment refuses to disappear.
Brilliant young scientist Victor Frankenstein defies the natural order, piecing together a living creature from stolen body parts. But horror instantly replaces triumph when he looks upon his grotesque creation. A relentless game of cat-and-mouse ensues between the desperate Frankenstein and the monster he abandoned. 
The Haunted Library is open. Come in. Stay awhile. 
Narrated by Colin Morgan  
Written by Mary Shelley
Sound design by Jon Nicholls  
Produced by Lydia Shamah for BBC Studios  
Associate Producer: Lorna Newman for BBC Studios  
Recording Engineer: Poppy Humphries for ID Audio
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victor Frankenstein begins his tale. Looking back on an idyllic childhood in Geneva, he recalls the family and friendships that shaped him, as well as the restless curiosity that set him apart. As his fascination with the mysteries of nature deepens into obsession, Victor takes his first steps towards a destiny he cannot yet foresee.

Brilliant young scientist Victor Frankenstein defies the natural order, piecing together a living creature from stolen body parts. But horror instantly replaces triumph when he looks upon his grotesque creation. A relentless game of cat-and-mouse ensues between the desperate Frankenstein and the monster he abandoned.

The Haunted Library is open. Come in. Stay awhile.

Narrated by Colin Morgan
Written by Mary Shelley
Sound design by Jon Nicholls
Produced by Lydia Shamah for BBC Studios
Associate Producer: Lorna Newman for BBC Studios
Recording Engineer: Poppy Humphries for ID Audio
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The enthusiastic letters of sea captain Robert Walton turn ominous as arctic ice and crushing loneliness close in. The discovery and rescue of a half-frozen stranger puts an end to his despondency, but as the stranger listens to Walton’s burning desire for glory, he promises to recount his own tragic life story to serve as a solemn warning to the young captain.
Brilliant young scientist Victor Frankenstein defies the natural order, piecing together a living creature from stolen body parts. But horror instantly replaces triumph when he looks upon his grotesque creation. A relentless game of cat-and-mouse ensues between the desperate Frankenstein and the monster he abandoned.
The Haunted Library is open. Come in. Stay awhile.
Narrated by Colin Morgan
Written by Mary Shelley
Sound design by Jon Nicholls
Produced by Lydia Shamah for BBC Studios
Associate Producer: Lorna Newman for BBC Studios
Recording Engineer: Poppy Humphries for ID Audio
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.