Episode 7
Resolute in her decision to raise her son alone, Tess vows never to explain herself to anyone again. 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.
Resolute in her decision to raise her son alone, Tess vows never to explain herself to anyone again.
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 |
Broadcasts
Tue 16 Dec 2014 22:45Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4- Tue 30 Jul 2019 14:00Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 Extra
- Wed 31 Jul 2019 02:00Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 Extra
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