Episode 7
Loreli King reads from the novel by Wena Poon. Francisco, manager of the San Martin bullring, has agreed to stage a charity bullfight with Alex on the bill.
Written by Wena Poon. Francisco, the manager of the San Martin bullring has agreed to stage a charity bullfight with a space on the bill for Alex. But first she must be properly trained. Feeling that his work is done, Roberto is preparing to return to San Francisco.
Some bullfighting terms:
capea - an informal "bullfight" involving any kind of bull or cow, held during parties or festivals, in which people take turns caping the animals.
Abridged by Jeremy Osborne
Read by Lorelei King
Producer: Karen Rose
A Sweet Talk production for Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4.
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