Episode 6
Flooded with feelings of confusion and shame, Tess is left reeling in the aftermath of her brief affair. Read by Niamh Cusack.
Mary Costello's acclaimed debut – shortlisted for the Costa First Novel Award - traces the arc of a quiet woman's life: from Tess Lohan's childhood in 1940s rural Ireland through to her emigration to America and a career as a nurse in New York.
Flooded with feelings of confusion and shame, Tess is left reeling in the aftermath of her brief affair with David.
Read by Niamh Cusack
Written by Mary Costello
Abridged by Kirsteen Cameron
Produced by Kirsteen Cameron
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Reader | Niamh Cusack |
| Author | Mary Costello |
| Abridger | Kirsteen Cameron |
| Producer | Kirsteen Cameron |
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Mon 15 Dec 201422:45BBC Radio 4- Mon 29 Jul 201914:00BBC Radio 4 Extra
- Tue 30 Jul 201902:00BBC Radio 4 Extra
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