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The Swimmer

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The Swimmer

By: Graham Norton
Narrated by: Graham Norton
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 A new novel from the acclaimed author and broadcaster as part of Quick Reads 2022 and World Book Night.

Helen is a retired teacher living on the Irish coast. She enjoys the peace and quiet - despite the burden of Margaret, her unpleasant sister. Margaret arrived three years ago for a short holiday, but somehow managed to stay and worm her way into Helen's life.

One day, Helen sees a man struggling in the sea and decides to investigate. She doesn't quite know what it is, but something about it feels very strange...

(P) 2022 Hodder & Stoughton Limited©2022 Graham Norton Fiction Genre Fiction Small Town & Rural Thought-Provoking
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I loved it but I wish I had noticed just how short it was before I spent a whole credit on it!

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I was just getting into the story and really enjoying it, then I realised that it was over. I liked but but that spoiled it for me..

Very short story

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After devouring all his other books, I was delighted to discover this short gem. Graham sketches Irish characters perfectly - it's like visiting home every time.

A lovely little short story

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Helens character and her relationship with her sister Margaret was so believable. I loved the story and the different characters were so well written and fleshed out . Another wonderful read ! Keep it up Graham

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loved this story from beginning to end, the characters and atmosphere were brilliant. loved graham norton reading it too.

fabulous short story

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