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3. New Arrival

Alex’s job makes the family better off financially, while a new arrival shakes the sleepy village up. Read by Rosalind Sydney.

Alex’s diligent labours have put the Hope family on a better financial footing.

Meanwhile, a new arrival to Crossriggs shakes up the sleepy village.

Delightful tale of a small community hovering between two eras.

Written by Jane and Mary Findlater - the sisters known as the 'Scottish Brontes'.

Originally published in 1908.

Abridged by Clara Glynn.

Read by Rosalind Sydney.

Producer: Eilidh McCreadie

First broadcast on Â鶹ÊÓƵAV Radio 4 in April 2020.

16 days left to listen

14 minutes

Last on

Thu 12 Sep 2024 03:30

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