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This is Not a Pity Memoir by Abi Morgan

Abi Morgan's powerful memoir about how life can change in an instant. Read by Nicola Walker.

Radio 4,7 episodes

Episodes

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1. The Day Ordinary Life Changed
Abi Morgan's memoir begins on a seemingly ordinary day in June.
27 May 2022,15 mins,
2. When Abi Met Jacob
Abi Morgan looks back to the first time she met Jacob, and her heart went ping.
27 May 2022,15 mins,
3. Treading Water
In Abi Morgan's memoir Jacob's hospital treatment continues and the months pass.
27 May 2022,15 mins
4. Faultlines
In Abi Morgan's memoir, Jacob remains in hospital, and she recalls a trip to the Emmys.
27 May 2022,15 mins,
5. Firefly Moments
In Abi Morgan's memoir Jacob comes home, adjusting is hard but there are magical moments.
27 May 2022,15 mins
6. Flickerings
In Abi Morgan's memoir there are flickers of hope, and it's time for a party.
27 May 2022,15 mins
7. Days of Hope
Abi Morgan's memoir concludes as summer seas point to new hope and promises for her family
27 May 2022,15 mins,