Episodes
| Series | Episode | First Broadcast | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 | 20180501 | In a remote valley on the west coast of Shetland, Sandy takes his first tentative steps in crofting. Winter is starting to bite as the community comes to terms with the death of the valley's oldest resident.
Read by Steven Robertson
Abridged by Robin Brooks
Producer: Eilidh McCreadie
Malachy Tallack's debut novel is a quiet yet powerful study of contemporary rural Scotland that asks what remains when a way of life vanishes. Set on the rugged west coast of Shetland, in a community only ever a few steps away from extinction, Tallack's novel tackles big questions about land, inheritance and belonging without ever losing sight of the humanity and integrity of its characters.
Malachy Tallack is the author of two non-fiction titles which fused nature writing, history and memoir; Radio 4 Book of the Week 60 DEGREES NORTH and THE UN-DISCOVERED ISLANDS. Malachy won a New Writers Award from the Scottish Book Trust in 2014 and the Robert Louis Stevenson Fellowship in 2015. He is a singer-songwriter, author and journalist.
The community comes to terms with the death of the valley's oldest resident. Readings from modern classics, new works by leading writers and world literature | |
| 03 | 20180502 | Alice remembers how the remote Shetland valley inspired her to start writing again as Sandy has a response to David's unexpected offer.
Read by Steven Robertson
Abridged by Robin Brooks
Producer: Eilidh McCreadie
Malachy Tallack's debut novel is a quiet yet powerful study of contemporary rural Scotland that asks what remains when a way of life vanishes. Set on the rugged west coast of Shetland, in a community only ever a few steps away from extinction, Tallack's novel tackles big questions about land, inheritance and belonging without ever losing sight of the humanity and integrity of its characters.
Malachy Tallack is the author of two non-fiction titles which fused nature writing, history and memoir; Radio 4 Book of the Week 60 DEGREES NORTH and THE UN-DISCOVERED ISLANDS. Malachy won a New Writers Award from the Scottish Book Trust in 2014 and the Robert Louis Stevenson Fellowship in 2015. He is a singer-songwriter, author and journalist.
Alice recalls how the valley inspired her writing, and Sandy has an answer for David. Readings from modern classics, new works by leading writers and world literature | |
| 04 | 20180503 | In Gardie, Sandy settles into the crofting life mentored by his ex- girlfriend's father while the valley welcomes a new young couple.
Read by Steven Robertson
Abridged by Robin Brooks
Producer: Eilidh McCreadie
Malachy Tallack's debut novel is a quiet yet powerful study of contemporary rural Scotland that asks what remains when a way of life vanishes. Set on the rugged west coast of Shetland, in a community only ever a few steps away from extinction, Tallack's novel tackles big questions about land, inheritance and belonging without ever losing sight of the humanity and integrity of its characters.
Malachy Tallack is the author of two non-fiction titles which fused nature writing, history and memoir; Radio 4 Book of the Week 60 DEGREES NORTH and THE UN-DISCOVERED ISLANDS. Malachy won a New Writers Award from the Scottish Book Trust in 2014 and the Robert Louis Stevenson Fellowship in 2015. He is a singer-songwriter, author and journalist.
As Sandy settles into the crofting life, a new young couple move into the valley. Readings from modern classics, new works by leading writers and world literature | |
| 05 | 20180504 | Lambing comes to the valley as Alice works through the boxes of old letters which David found for her research. Meanwhile Sandy struggles with the undeniable attraction he feels towards neighbour Jo.
Read by Steven Robertson
Abridged by Robin Brooks
Producer: Eilidh McCreadie
Malachy Tallack's debut novel is a quiet yet powerful study of contemporary rural Scotland that asks what remains when a way of life vanishes. Set on the rugged west coast of Shetland, in a community only ever a few steps away from extinction, Tallack's novel tackles big questions about land, inheritance and belonging without ever losing sight of the humanity and integrity of its characters.
Malachy Tallack is the author of two non-fiction titles which fused nature writing, history and memoir; Radio 4 Book of the Week 60 DEGREES NORTH and THE UN-DISCOVERED ISLANDS. Malachy won a New Writers Award from the Scottish Book Trust in 2014 and the Robert Louis Stevenson Fellowship in 2015. He is a singer-songwriter, author and journalist.
As Alice works through Maggie's correspondence, Sandy struggles with his feelings for Jo. Readings from modern classics, new works by leading writers and world literature | |
| 06 | 20180507 | As Sandy wrestles with the attraction he feels towards his new neighbour, the community gathers at the Red House to welcome Jo and Ryan to the valley.
Read by Steven Robertson
Abridged by Robin Brooks
Producer: Eilidh McCreadie
Malachy Tallack's debut novel is a quiet yet powerful study of contemporary rural Scotland that asks what remains when a way of life vanishes. Set on the rugged west coast of Shetland, in a community only ever a few steps away from extinction, Tallack's novel tackles big questions about land, inheritance and belonging without ever losing sight of the humanity and integrity of its characters.
Malachy Tallack is the author of two non-fiction titles which fused nature writing, history and memoir; Radio 4 Book of the Week 60 DEGREES NORTH and THE UN-DISCOVERED ISLANDS. Malachy won a New Writers Award from the Scottish Book Trust in 2014 and the Robert Louis Stevenson Fellowship in 2015. He is a singer-songwriter, author and journalist.
The neighbours gather at the Red House for Jo and Ryan's housewarming. Readings from modern classics, new works by leading writers and world literature | |
| 07 | 20180508 | The morning after the housewarming Sandy struggles with a sore head - and the memory of his indiscretion with Jo.
Read by Steven Robertson
Abridged by Robin Brooks
Producer: Eilidh McCreadie
Malachy Tallack's debut novel is a quiet yet powerful study of contemporary rural Scotland that asks what remains when a way of life vanishes. Set on the rugged west coast of Shetland, in a community only ever a few steps away from extinction, Tallack's novel tackles big questions about land, inheritance and belonging without ever losing sight of the humanity and integrity of its characters.
Malachy Tallack is the author of two non-fiction titles which fused nature writing, history and memoir; Radio 4 Book of the Week 60 DEGREES NORTH and THE UN-DISCOVERED ISLANDS. Malachy won a New Writers Award from the Scottish Book Trust in 2014 and the Robert Louis Stevenson Fellowship in 2015. He is a singer-songwriter, author and journalist.
The morning after the housewarming, Sandy remembers his indiscretion with neighbour Jo. Readings from modern classics, new works by leading writers and world literature | |
| 08 | 20180509 | Alice struggles with the research for her book as David contemplates his next move with tricky tenants Ryan and Jo.
Read by Steven Robertson
Abridged by Robin Brooks
Producer: Eilidh McCreadie
Malachy Tallack's debut novel is a quiet yet powerful study of contemporary rural Scotland that asks what remains when a way of life vanishes. Set on the rugged west coast of Shetland, in a community only ever a few steps away from extinction, Tallack's novel tackles big questions about land, inheritance and belonging without ever losing sight of the humanity and integrity of its characters.
Malachy Tallack is the author of two non-fiction titles which fused nature writing, history and memoir; Radio 4 Book of the Week 60 DEGREES NORTH and THE UN-DISCOVERED ISLANDS. Malachy won a New Writers Award from the Scottish Book Trust in 2014 and the Robert Louis Stevenson Fellowship in 2015. He is a singer-songwriter, author and journalist.
Alice struggles with her book as David contemplates his next move with his tricky tenants. Readings from modern classics, new works by leading writers and world literature | |
| 09 | 20180510 | Sandy struggles with the reappearance of his mother after a long absence as his shortcomings as a crofter are laid bare.
Read by Steven Robertson
Abridged by Robin Brooks
Producer: Eilidh McCreadie
Malachy Tallack's debut novel is a quiet yet powerful study of contemporary rural Scotland that asks what remains when a way of life vanishes. Set on the rugged west coast of Shetland, in a community only ever a few steps away from extinction, Tallack's novel tackles big questions about land, inheritance and belonging without ever losing sight of the humanity and integrity of its characters.
Malachy Tallack is the author of two non-fiction titles which fused nature writing, history and memoir; Radio 4 Book of the Week 60 DEGREES NORTH and THE UN-DISCOVERED ISLANDS. Malachy won a New Writers Award from the Scottish Book Trust in 2014 and the Robert Louis Stevenson Fellowship in 2015. He is a singer-songwriter, author and journalist.
Sandy wrestles with his mother's presence as his shortcomings as a crofter are laid bare. Readings from modern classics, new works by leading writers and world literature | |
| 10 | 20180511 | After finally confronting his neglectful mother, Sandy has been letting off steam with neighbour Terry.
Read by Steven Robertson
Abridged by Robin Brooks
Producer: Eilidh McCreadie
Malachy Tallack's debut novel is a quiet yet powerful study of contemporary rural Scotland that asks what remains when a way of life vanishes. Set on the rugged west coast of Shetland, in a community only ever a few steps away from extinction, Tallack's novel tackles big questions about land, inheritance and belonging without ever losing sight of the humanity and integrity of its characters.
Malachy Tallack is the author of two non-fiction titles which fused nature writing, history and memoir; Radio 4 Book of the Week 60 DEGREES NORTH and THE UN-DISCOVERED ISLANDS. Malachy won a New Writers Award from the Scottish Book Trust in 2014 and the Robert Louis Stevenson Fellowship in 2015. He is a singer-songwriter, author and journalist.
After confronting his mother, Sandy has been letting off steam with neighbour Terry. Readings from modern classics, new works by leading writers and world literature | |
| BAB | 01 | 20180430 | In a remote valley on the west coast of Shetland, Sandy takes his first tentative steps in crofting as his home life falls apart.
Read by Steven Robertson
Abridged by Robin Brooks
Producer: Eilidh McCreadie
Malachy Tallack's debut novel is a quiet yet powerful study of contemporary rural Scotland that asks what remains when a way of life vanishes. Set on the rugged west coast of Shetland, in a community only ever a few steps away from extinction, Tallack's novel tackles big questions about land, inheritance and belonging without ever losing sight of the humanity and integrity of its characters.
Malachy Tallack is the author of two non-fiction titles which fused nature writing, history and memoir; Radio 4 Book of the Week 60 DEGREES NORTH and THE UN-DISCOVERED ISLANDS. Malachy won a New Writers Award from the Scottish Book Trust in 2014 and the Robert Louis Stevenson Fellowship in 2015. He is a singer-songwriter, author and journalist.
Malachy Tallack's novel of love and inheritance set in a community struggling to survive. Readings from modern classics, new works by leading writers and world literature |