After three years, Kennedy Fisher is still searching for Matthew Hayward. A mysterious man leaves a message, reigniting hope. The narrator explores the missing notebook's connection to British fascism and the Department of Works. Power dynamics and Theo Martin's tragic death are uncovered. The narrator investigates Laura's disappearance and the search for a black notebook. They explore an abandoned industrial building with eerie vibes and make connections to Amelia Fenna and Melody Cottron.
Robert Blake's notebook, which detailed his findings on the Starry Wisdom cult, is missing and holds significant interest from the Department of Works.
The possession of Robert Blake's notebook by the late Theo Martin suggests foul play and raises suspicions about his death.
Deep dives
Marcus Byron reveals the existence of Robert Blake's notebook
While searching for the missing Matthew Hayward, Marcus Byron brings up the topic of Robert Blake's notebook. He explains that Blake was a journalist who investigated the Starry Wisdom cult in the 1930s and believed they still existed, infiltrating the establishment. The notebook, which detailed his findings, has been missing for decades. Although the Department of Works shows interest in it, Byron is uncertain why. He urges Kennedy to ask Eleanor Peck about Blake's notebook and its connection to Matthew Hayward.
Theo Martin's connection to Robert Blake's notebook
Marcus Byron informs Kennedy about Theo Martin, a 19-year-old who allegedly committed suicide a couple of weeks ago. It's revealed that Theo was in possession of Robert Blake's notebook, which was passed down through his family. Laura Gibson, Theo's aunt, shares how Theo's life was difficult, but he showed great promise as a student. After Theo's mysterious death, Kennedy suspects foul play and wonders if someone killed him due to their interest in the notebook.
Searching for the notebook in Philip Gibson's storage unit
In an attempt to find Robert Blake's notebook, Kennedy and Marcus Byron visit Knuden, Essex, the birthplace of Philip Gibson, Theo's grandfather. They explore a storage facility where Laura believes her father had a unit. The facility's history and its association with witchcraft add an eerie atmosphere. Kennedy and Marcus search for unit number 23, which holds the potentially mystical notebook. While unlocking the door, they discuss the connection between Philip Gibson and Amelia Fenna, revealing a new lead to pursue.
Three years on from Heawood's dramatic disappearance at Pleasant Green, Kennedy has lost hope of ever seeing him again.
Following the dramatic end to The Shadow Over Innsmouth, she has travelled extensively, following apparent leads, and there is no trace of him. But then a mysterious man leaves a message on the Red Hook answerphone. Perhaps the story isn't over yet.
Kennedy Fisher and The Lovecraft Investigations podcast are back in Julian Simpson’s H P Lovecraft-inspired universe.
Cast:
Kennedy Fisher - Jana Carpenter
Marcus Byron - Ben Crowe
Eleanor Peck - Nicola Walker
Laura Gibson - Catherine Kanter
Written and directed by Julian Simpson
Music composed by Tim Elsenburg
Sound design: David Thomas
Production Assistant: Ethan Elsenburg
Producer: Sarah Tombling
Executive Producer: Karen Rose
A Sweet Talk production for BBC Radio 4 and BBC Sounds
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