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Inseparable
- An Audible Original Drama
- Narrated by: Emilia Fox, full cast, Owen Findlay, Tom Glenister
- Length: 4 hrs and 59 mins
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About the author
Elizabeth Burton-Phillips is a drugs counsellor who previously spent thirty-five years as a teacher. She kept a harrowing video diary throughout her twin sons' battles with drug addiction and now gives talks to organizations all over the UK. In her son’s memory, Elizabeth founded DrugFam, a charity providing a lifeline to families, friends and partners affected by someone else’s drug or alcohol use. DrugFAM are unique in the UK because they provide the complete remit of support services, from education to addiction support, right through to bereavement counselling. In 2017, Elizabeth was awarded an MBE. Her book, Mum, Can You Lend Me Twenty Quid? is the inspiration for the Audible Original Drama Inseparable.
Summary
Growing up in the 1990s, twin brothers Nick and Simon are inseparable. They’ll do anything for each other. As Simon puts it, they are ‘one split in two’. But that bond turns into a curse when both become addicted to heroin and frequently undermine each other’s desperate attempts to get clean. Over a number of years, the boys and their family are thrown into emotional and financial chaos – until the terrible day when Nick pays the ultimate price for his addiction.
Featuring: Bamshad Abedi-Amin, Janice Acquah, Victor Alli, Josephine Arden, Scarlett Brookes, Jessica Dennis, Felicity Duncan, Owen Findlay, Emilia Fox, Matt Gavan, Tom Glenister, Chris Grahamson, Roger May, Nicholas Murchie, Harry Myers, Sarah Whitehouse and Josh Zaré.
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- Sinead Dee
- 17-03-20
Very resl
Initially, I wondered if I should keep listening. This account is one of the more real versions, of the catastrophic impact of addiction on a family & their lives. I found myself judging the mother & then found myself wondering if I was living her life...no place for judgement here. I loved it was a middle class educated family narrative. Drugs impact every class. Not so many books written from this perspective. I think this is well written, superbly acted & well worth the listen.
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- Ajay
- 25-08-21
This was deep
I am loving Audible plus, I have discovered different genre I am started to like, these are my recommendations to listen to. (Dramatised books that I have actually finished to the end)
Assassins Creed Gold
Inseparable
Intelligent design
The Coldest Case
Tribulation
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Blood on Satan’s Claw
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- Masterblaster
- 28-10-20
Well acted and profound!
As with all audible originals, this is superbly acted and narrated. Emilia Fox is a fantastic actress and Tom Glenister's portrayal of Simon is full of true emotion and feeling as the twin brother of NIck. As a twin myself I can understand the bond between them and how difficult it can be for others to comprehend this.
There are lots of special moments, but also some heart rending scenes that I wouldn't want any mother do experience. The true story depicts two youg adults spiralling into addiction and the mother's struggle to get them out of it.
A hard but very enjoyable listen about real issues that could potentially happen to any family.
The last 5 minutes are an interview with the real life people that this was about. Make sure you listen to this as it bought tears to my eyes.........
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- Sally-Anne Morgan
- 27-10-20
One of the best books I have EVER heard
I have to write a review here and now .. I’ve just finished listening to this book over two days ... so brilliantly written and performed... as a person in Recovery I identified all the way through .. I hit rock bottom and went in to treatment .. I love my life today and I know how hard and life-changing drink and drugs can alter lives, hopes and dreams. I send love and thanks to the whole team involved .. especially the family .. thank you for your truth .. I was so touched by your story and I still have deep emotion milling around as I write this xxxxx
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- Liz
- 03-09-21
Just amazing
Heartbreaking story. Just shows how difficult addiction is and can totally see how the relationship between these identical twins spurred on their addiction. Elizabeth was amazing, I could not have dealt with the situation at all, and even Tony for hanging in there. The book was written so well. Emilia Fox and cast were also amazing.
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- Ms. J. Nightingale
- 08-08-21
really enjoyed
I really enjoyed listening to this dramatised book. thought provoking and interesting. very good.
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- Bonny
- 08-04-21
Great listen
I wasn't sure about this book but was surprised that it was actually a play. I got into it really quickly and really enjoyed it. definitely worth a listen
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- Miss N Turner
- 31-01-21
Thought Provoking Story
Couldn't stop listening, moving and thought provoking. Excellent narration, and so much more engaging knowing this was a true story.
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- Anonymous User
- 05-11-20
Brilliant!
Brilliant first book to listen to. Being a twin myself it it helped me understanding the dynamics of a twin brother relationship to really feel like I was experiencing their journey with them! Powerful read, great book.
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- Karen Anderson
- 10-10-20
An excellent read
Oh my gosh. What a compelling book. I was expecting a book but it was actually a production which really brought the story to life. There wasn't one character I didn't feel some empathy for even when I was etting angry with the twins for their weakness and their mother for putting her own life and marriageat risk. It was actually true to life, an accurate account of the way some families are forced into the underworld of drugs in an attempt to help the addicted. Well written, well portrayed and bloody emotional. I would have liked to know if the twins mother was still married to Tony. My testament to a good book is when I'm trying to work out when I can get my next listen in.
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