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The Swimmer
- Quick Reads 2022
- Narrated by: Graham Norton
- Length: 1 hr and 37 mins
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Summary
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....
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- Naomi Vann
- 30-08-22
Short but good!
Lovely story, but was sorry it was so short. The story is beautifully written and very engaging!
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- Hmm!
- 18-04-22
Love Graham
The story was simplistic and too short
His precious work for me is the is best
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- vicki
- 14-04-22
Wonderful short story
Really enjoyed this simple , intriguing, short story. As always Graham has narrated this so well. Would recommend
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- Lancs
- 23-04-22
Very enjoyable
Absolutely loved the feel of this story, especially with Graham reading it to me! I wanted it to go on much longer so think the story was a bit short. However I am purchasing more to listen to now, so maybe that's the ploy hahaha
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- ms L L D Drayton
- 02-12-22
Short story
Loved it, laughed out loud in places, didn't see the end until nearly there
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- Diane O.
- 29-01-23
Brilliant short read
Really gripping read, love Graham Norton’s writing. Only issue with this book was it was too short. Loved it.
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- New Apprentice
- 05-02-23
The Swimmer
Another wonderful story from a brilliant writer. I thoroughly enjoy listening to Graham’s books & this story didn’t disappoint. I did however have my suspicions proved correct but it didn’t detract from my enjoyment. There is always a laugh out loud moment in every one,
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- Carmel Hutchcraft
- 08-06-22
More please
I think a lot more depth ciuld have been added to the book and made it longer. I still loved it though it was shirt and sweet
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- JessyG
- 01-08-22
Norton wins my heart over once again
I love absolutely everything Graham Norton has written so far. His characters are just magical and his narration is skilful and charming. I can’t get enough of his stories. More please!
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- Joanna
- 03-08-22
Another gem by Graham Norton.
Retired school teacher; annoying sister; missing or dead swimmer; a few red herrings. Written in Norton's inimitable style. Humour in the darkness. Likeable characters. A bit of mystery, some bits more obvious than others. Good balance.
Read so beautifully with that hint of humour always just under the skin, so to speak.
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