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10. Heartbreak and Escape

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Heartbroken after her fight with her father, Atticus, Jean Louise packs for New York. Concluded by Fenella Woolgar.

Believed lost for decades after To Kill a Mockingbird was published, Harper Lee's explosive second novel finally appeared in 2015.

It revisits much-loved characters, this time through adult eyes.

Jean Louise 'Scout' Finch has travelled to Maycomb for her annual visit home.

Feeling heartbroken after fighting with her father, Atticus, Jean Louise packs for New York.

Abridged by Robin Brooks

Concluded by Fenella Woolgar.

Producer: Eilidh McCreadie.

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in August 2015.

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Credits

ReaderFenella Woolgar
AuthorHarper Lee
AbridgerRobin Brooks
ProducerEilidh McCreadie

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  • Fri 21 Aug 201522:45
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