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Episode 5

Book at BedtimeBurning Bright
Episode 5 of 10

Tracy Chevalier's novel, abridged in 10 parts by Jane Greenwood, is set in London in 1792.

5/10. After the funeral, the night closes in. Jem, Maggie and Maisie find themselves wet, lost and frightened in a maze of unfamiliar streets.

Read by Jenny Coverack.

15 minutes

Last on

Sat 10 Jun 201702:00
BBC Radio 4 Extra

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  • Fri 30 Nov 200722:45
    BBC Radio 4
  • Fri 9 Jun 201714:00
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Sat 10 Jun 201702:00
    BBC Radio 4 Extra

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