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Jago & Litefoot
Jago & Litefoot: Series 9
Four brand new stories featuring the investigators of infernal incidents, in one box set:
1. The Flying Frenchmen (by Jonathan Morris)
Jago and Litefoot embark on a cruise. It’s supposed to be a relaxing break, but what terrors lurk in the mysterious fog? And what about the other ships that seem trapped along with the Fata Morgana – are they friend or foe? Or something much more frightening?
3. The Devil’s Dicemen (by Justin Richards)
Arriving at Monte Carlo, Jago is keen to try his luck at the famous casino. But if he’s not careful he could lose a lot more than just money. While Litefoot makes a new friend, Jago and ship’s purser Aubrey find themselves playing for high stakes at the Clandestine Dark Casino.
3. Island of Death (by Simon Barnard & Paul Morris)
Arriving at a beautiful island, Jago and Litefoot discover evidence of a missing expedition. Can they discover what happened to the ship’s crew – before it happens to them? And will they be able to avoid the amorous advances of the formidable Lady Danvers?
4. Return of the Nightmare (by Justin Richards)
There is a murderer loose aboard the ship. If they can solve the mystery of the strange fog and return to London, will that make matters better, or far worse? The answers lie deep in the past, and Jago and Litefoot soon learn that not everyone is who – or what – they might seem.
1. The Flying Frenchmen (by Jonathan Morris)
Jago and Litefoot embark on a cruise. It’s supposed to be a relaxing break, but what terrors lurk in the mysterious fog? And what about the other ships that seem trapped along with the Fata Morgana – are they friend or foe? Or something much more frightening?
3. The Devil’s Dicemen (by Justin Richards)
Arriving at Monte Carlo, Jago is keen to try his luck at the famous casino. But if he’s not careful he could lose a lot more than just money. While Litefoot makes a new friend, Jago and ship’s purser Aubrey find themselves playing for high stakes at the Clandestine Dark Casino.
3. Island of Death (by Simon Barnard & Paul Morris)
Arriving at a beautiful island, Jago and Litefoot discover evidence of a missing expedition. Can they discover what happened to the ship’s crew – before it happens to them? And will they be able to avoid the amorous advances of the formidable Lady Danvers?
4. Return of the Nightmare (by Justin Richards)
There is a murderer loose aboard the ship. If they can solve the mystery of the strange fog and return to London, will that make matters better, or far worse? The answers lie deep in the past, and Jago and Litefoot soon learn that not everyone is who – or what – they might seem.
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Audio CD
First published April 1, 2015
About the author
Jonathan Morris
209 books72 followersJonathan Morris is one of the most prolific and popular writers of Doctor Who books, including the highly-regarded novels 'Festival of Death' and 'Touched by an Angel' and the recent guide to monsters, 'The Monster Vault'. He has also written numerous comic strips, most of which were collected in 'The Child of Time', and audios for BBC Audio and Big Finish, including the highly-regarded comedies 'Max Warp' and 'The Auntie Matter', as well as the adaptation of Russell T Davies’ 'Damaged Goods'.
Recently he has started his own audio production company, Average Romp. Releases include a full-cast adaptation of Charles Dickens' The Chimes', an original play, 'When Michael Met Benny', and three episodes of a SF sitcom, 'Dick Dixon in the 21st Century'.
For details visit www.averageromp.com
He also originated his own series, Vienna and script-edited the Nigel Planer series 'Jeremiah Bourne in Time'. He’s also written documentaries and for TV sketch shows.
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Recently he has started his own audio production company, Average Romp. Releases include a full-cast adaptation of Charles Dickens' The Chimes', an original play, 'When Michael Met Benny', and three episodes of a SF sitcom, 'Dick Dixon in the 21st Century'.
For details visit www.averageromp.com
He also originated his own series, Vienna and script-edited the Nigel Planer series 'Jeremiah Bourne in Time'. He’s also written documentaries and for TV sketch shows.
Librarian note:
There is more than one author in the GoodReads database with this name
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January 21, 2019
The ninth season sees Jago and Litefoot indulging in a Mediterranean cruise to get away from the usual adventures they come across in London. The result is, at least to begin with, less strong on the Victorian mood than usual, with a more generic atmosphere that would work just as well in other eras. On the other hand, there is quite a clear plot arc, with a significant number of recurring characters (though not always voiced in any given episode). There’s even a surprise re-appearance of a character from some seasons ago. However, while I enjoyed it, it is one of the weaker seasons, and barely gets the 4 stars.
• The Flying Frenchmen – Much of the first story is taken up with scene setting, introducing us to the cruise ship, and, more importantly, key passengers and crew who will be sharing the journey with our heroes. Once the plot of the episode arrives, the ship becomes lost and encounters various strange phenomena that Jago and Litefoot must unravel, not least of which are a succession of corny French accents. Despite some interesting ideas, the episode isn’t long enough to be able to fully explore them, and nothing really happens – for the most part, the characters are responding to events rather than being able to affect them. 3.5 stars.
• The Devil’s Dicemen – Stopping off at Monte Carlo, Jago and Litefoot naturally visit the casino, where they encounter a sinister scheme. There’s some decent mystery around what is happening, and which of the guest characters in this episode can truly be trusted. The duo are unfortunately apart for much of the story, which naturally blunts things, but they both get their chance to shine, and play a key role in the resolution to events. A decent bit of adventure, albeit with little connection to the rest of the season. 4 stars.
• Island of Death – The ship arrives at an isolated island where Jago and Litefoot become embroiled in a story that’s somewhere between H. Rider Haggard and H.P. Lovecraft. Unlike the previous two stories, this certainly has a Victorian feel, albeit the sort of Victorian adventure novel that J&L doesn’t normally do. The action in the later segments feels disjointed in places, and it seems as if some short scenes may have ended up on the cutting room floor, but it’s exciting enough as a piece of colonial Victoriana, and the French get to be more sympathetic this time around. 4 stars.
• Return of the Nightmare – The plot device that has driven the first three episodes comes to the fore in the final one, as it becomes clear what has really been happening to the cruise ship. In addition to winding up some of the hints and sub-plots hidden through the previous episodes, this also does a reasonable job of concealing the true nature of the supernatural threat until close to the end – set, appropriately enough, back in London, and thus allowing the other series regulars to make an appearance. It’s the strongest episode of the four, and, as usual, has an open ending leading into the next season. 4.5 stars.
• The Flying Frenchmen – Much of the first story is taken up with scene setting, introducing us to the cruise ship, and, more importantly, key passengers and crew who will be sharing the journey with our heroes. Once the plot of the episode arrives, the ship becomes lost and encounters various strange phenomena that Jago and Litefoot must unravel, not least of which are a succession of corny French accents. Despite some interesting ideas, the episode isn’t long enough to be able to fully explore them, and nothing really happens – for the most part, the characters are responding to events rather than being able to affect them. 3.5 stars.
• The Devil’s Dicemen – Stopping off at Monte Carlo, Jago and Litefoot naturally visit the casino, where they encounter a sinister scheme. There’s some decent mystery around what is happening, and which of the guest characters in this episode can truly be trusted. The duo are unfortunately apart for much of the story, which naturally blunts things, but they both get their chance to shine, and play a key role in the resolution to events. A decent bit of adventure, albeit with little connection to the rest of the season. 4 stars.
• Island of Death – The ship arrives at an isolated island where Jago and Litefoot become embroiled in a story that’s somewhere between H. Rider Haggard and H.P. Lovecraft. Unlike the previous two stories, this certainly has a Victorian feel, albeit the sort of Victorian adventure novel that J&L doesn’t normally do. The action in the later segments feels disjointed in places, and it seems as if some short scenes may have ended up on the cutting room floor, but it’s exciting enough as a piece of colonial Victoriana, and the French get to be more sympathetic this time around. 4 stars.
• Return of the Nightmare – The plot device that has driven the first three episodes comes to the fore in the final one, as it becomes clear what has really been happening to the cruise ship. In addition to winding up some of the hints and sub-plots hidden through the previous episodes, this also does a reasonable job of concealing the true nature of the supernatural threat until close to the end – set, appropriately enough, back in London, and thus allowing the other series regulars to make an appearance. It’s the strongest episode of the four, and, as usual, has an open ending leading into the next season. 4.5 stars.
August 15, 2023
1. The Flying Frenchmen (by Jonathan Morris) - 4/5 stars
2. The Devil’s Dicemen (by Justin Richards) - 2.5/5 stars
3. Island of Death (by Simon Barnard & Paul Morris) - 3/5 stars
4. Return of the Nightmare (by Justin Richards) - 4/5 stars
2. The Devil’s Dicemen (by Justin Richards) - 2.5/5 stars
3. Island of Death (by Simon Barnard & Paul Morris) - 3/5 stars
4. Return of the Nightmare (by Justin Richards) - 4/5 stars
November 12, 2019
So much fun. :) I love Jago and Litefoot. And Lisa Bowerman's "Ellie" is hilarious.
February 8, 2021
Jago and litefoot solve cases on a cruise.
January 18, 2016
I'm not sure why this box set of Jago & Litefoot didn't sit well with me. I think the stories seemed more H.R. Haggard than their usual spooky Victorian fair. And those sort of adventures aren't really suited to old intellectual men, but young dashing types, which are heroes really aren't.
There were some fun highlights in this though, French Jago & Litefoot, David Warner as a fellow scientist for Litefoot, but overall it just felt a bit uninspiring. Ellie wasn't in it as much. And there were few other women introduced into the stories. Hopefully I'll enjoy the next one more.
There were some fun highlights in this though, French Jago & Litefoot, David Warner as a fellow scientist for Litefoot, but overall it just felt a bit uninspiring. Ellie wasn't in it as much. And there were few other women introduced into the stories. Hopefully I'll enjoy the next one more.
November 15, 2019
A very good set of stories with a nice change of pace but admittedly this has to be my least favorite set in the range so far, which is a shame but this set is still something to treasure with a great cast!
The Flying Frenchman: 8/10
The Devils Dicemen: 8.5/10
Island of Death: 8.5/10
Return of The Nightmare: 9/10
The Flying Frenchman: 8/10
The Devils Dicemen: 8.5/10
Island of Death: 8.5/10
Return of The Nightmare: 9/10
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