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The Thirteenth Tale

The Thirteenth Tale

Description: Biographer Margaret Lea is summoned to the Yorkshire home of dying novelist Vida Winter, who has handpicked Margaret to write her biography. Though initially hesitant, Margaret becomes fascinated by the details of Vida's disturbing childhood.
Genre: Drama
Year Released: 2013
Initial Release: December 2013
Director: James Kent
Adapted From: The Thirteenth Tale
Network: BBC Two
Executive Producer: David Heyman
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