Fiction & Poetry, Modern & Contemporary Fiction
The Swimmer

The Swimmer: A Quick Reads Book

Paperback Published on: 14/04/2022
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Synopsis

Quick Reads 2022
Helen is a retired teacher living on the Irish coast. She enjoys the peace and quiet - despite the burden of Margaret, her unpleasant sister. Margaret arrived three years ago for a short holiday, but somehow managed to stay and worm her way into Helen's life.

One day, Helen sees a man struggling in the sea and decides to investigate. She doesn't quite know what it is, but something about it feels very strange...

Publisher information

  • Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
  • ISBN: 9781529388015
  • Number of pages: 96
  • Dimensions: 196 x 128 x 8 mm
  • Weight: 76g
  • Languages: English

Customer Reviews

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The Swimmer
Good
This is part of the quick reads initiative, a series of short books written simply but well, designed to encourage those who either don't read or who strug... READ MORE
Book collector
The Swimmer
Short Story
I didn't realise this was a short story when I ordered it. I usually enjoy longer reads but I read it and as usual Graham Norton captures the attention u... READ MORE
Linda Joy
The Swimmer
Fantastic short read
I love these short reads and this one is no exception. Somehow Graham Norton manages to get all of the mystery and thrill of a normal thriller into just 8... READ MORE
Laura Doe
The Swimmer
Quick Read 2022
This is one of the 2022 quick reads and I find these such a delight for finding new authors or just a quick commute read perhaps. Loved The Swimmer! Good p... READ MORE
Fiona Sharp