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John Wilson and Chloe Petts

Broadcaster John Wilson and comedian Chloe Petts choose favourite books to recommend, including a novel by the young writer described as 'the most talented of his generation'

Broadcaster John Wilson and comedian Chloe Petts choose books to recommend to Harriett Gilbert. John has chosen Elizabeth Taylor's Mrs Palfrey at the Claremont, which features a character based on the other Elizabeth Taylor. Chloe has gone for The Topeka School by Ben Lerner and Harriett goes for Hilary Mantel's first novel, Every Day is Mother's Day.

Producer Sally Heaven

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28 minutes

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Thu 10 Nov 2022 23:30

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  • Tue 11 Oct 2022 16:30
  • Thu 10 Nov 2022 23:30

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