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Series of short stories by new Irish writers. By Anne Harris. On a weekend abroad, a woman realises that Rome may not be quite the city of romance after all. Read by Jemma Regrave.
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A short story or an abridged book, often by writers who are new to radio.
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Genres: Stories
Location: London, United Kingdom
Language: English
Networks: BBC

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