Children of the Stones
In the seemingly peaceful village of Milbury, an ancient stone circle holds a power that is anything but quiet. Children of the Stones, a gripping drama from BBC Radio 4, follows teenager Mia Brake and her archaeometrist father, Adam, as they settle into a new life surrounded by these monolithic mysteries. The adaptation of the cult 1977 television series-once called 'the scariest programme ever made for children'-retains its potent, unsettling atmosphere for a new audience. This audio drama masterfully builds tension from the ordinary, where the familiar contours of village life are subtly warped by an unseen force emanating from the stones. Listeners are drawn into Mia's perspective as she uncovers the village's secrets, feeling the same shiver of recognition that something here is profoundly wrong. The podcast uses immersive sound design and compelling performances to explore themes of history, memory, and a power that predates human understanding. Under the direction of Simon Barnard, with writing by AK Benedict and Guy, the story unfolds with a creeping dread that is as psychological as it is supernatural. It’s a series that proves some stories, and some stones, never lose their chilling resonance. For anyone who enjoys fiction that gets under the skin, this production offers a haunting and expertly crafted experience, reminding us that the past is never truly buried.
