Episode 4
Jonathan leaves New York to visit his parents and is surprised by their reaction to his big news.
Bestselling author Meg Rosoff's new novel, set in New York, read by Rhashan Stone.
Jonathan Trefoil has arrived in New York ready for his life to begin. He's found an apartment and is temporarily in charge of his brother's dogs (Dante, a Border Collie, and Sissy, a Spaniel) while his brother is working in Dubai. His best friend Max has got him a job at Comrade, a marketing company run by one of their school friends. He has a smart girlfriend, Julie, who has just joined him in the city. Life is good... isn't it?
Julie's unexpected proposition, and his hasty acceptance, leaves Jonathan reeling. A visit to his parents doesn't quite go as planned and, back at work, as things unravel further, leading office manager Greeley to step in with some wise advice.
Written by Meg Rosoff.
Read by Rhashan Stone.
Abridged by David Jackson Young.
Produced by Kirsteen Cameron.
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| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Reader | Rhashan Stone |
| Author | Meg Rosoff |
| Abridger | David Jackson Young |
| Producer | Kirsteen Cameron |
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- Thu 18 Feb 2016 22:45大象传媒 Radio 4
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