Episode 8
Tess has raised her son Theo alone. Now aged 14, he’s old enough to ask some tough questions. Read by Niamh Cusack.
Shortlisted for the Costa First Novel Award, Mary Costello's acclaimed debut 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.
Tess has never again heard from David and has raised their son, Theo, alone. Now aged 14, Theo is old enough to ask some tough questions.
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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Wed 17 Dec 201422:45BBC Radio 4- Wed 31 Jul 201914:00BBC Radio 4 Extra
- Thu 1 Aug 201902:00BBC Radio 4 Extra
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