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After his breakup with Miriam, David throws himself into work. His rising success attracts Bessie, pushing him toward a decision that could change everything.

In the wake of his separation from Miriam, a heartbroken David throws himself into his work with a fierce determination that earns him respect from Isaac and draws Bessie’s attention. Yet as David's professional star rises, he finds himself facing a choice that could alter the course of his life.

DAVID.....Ashley Margolis
MIRIAM.....Lilit Lesser
SAMMY.....Alastair Michael
SARAH.....Emma Leah Golding
RACHEL.....Leah Marks
SIGMUND.....Jack Wagman
ISAAC and DR SMOLENSKY ....Richard Katz
BESSIE.....Helen Reuben

Written by Adam Usden based on the novel by Maisie Mosco
Directed by Nadia Molinari
Sound design by Sharon Hughes

Technical Producers: Andrew Garratt, Sam Dickinson
Assistant Technical Producer: Amritleen Rhandhawa
Production co-ordinator: Ben Hollands
Casting Manager: Alex Curran

A BBC Studios Production for BBC Radio 4.

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44 minutes

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