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The Swimmer

By: Graham Norton
Narrated by: Graham Norton
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About this listen

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....

©2022 Graham Norton (P)2022 Hodder & Stoughton Limited Fiction Genre Fiction Small Town & Rural Thought-Provoking

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Lovely story, but was sorry it was so short. The story is beautifully written and very engaging!

Short but good!

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The story was simplistic and too short
His precious work for me is the is best

Love Graham

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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

Filial relations

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Really enjoyed this simple , intriguing, short story. As always Graham has narrated this so well. Would recommend

Wonderful short story

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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

Very enjoyable

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Loved it, laughed out loud in places, didn't see the end until nearly there

Short story

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Really gripping read, love Graham Norton’s writing. Only issue with this book was it was too short. Loved it.

Brilliant short read

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Only a short story, fun to listen to, with heroine learning to realise love for her sister.

Nice short story, good narrator

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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,

The Swimmer

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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!

Norton wins my heart over once again

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