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A Long Winter by Colm Tóibín

An unforgettable story about loss and new love from the bestselling author of 'Brooklyn' and 'Long Island.'

Radio 4,5 episodes

Episodes

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Episode One
Miquel prepares for his younger brother to leave home.
29 Dec 2025,14 mins
Episode Two
Miquel’s concern for his mother grows.
30 Dec 2025,14 mins
Episode Three
The search for Miquel’s mother continues.
31 Dec 2025,14 mins
Episode Four
Miquel’s father returns from town with an unexpected guest.
01 Jan 2026,14 mins
Episode Five
As the thaw begins, Miquel searches the roads for his mother.
02 Jan 2026,14 mins