Written by: Sam Chesterton
Narrated by: Paul Jerricho
Tags: Observational
A wistful moment as an old woman remembers her passions and her mistakes.
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Swansong was added to Shortbread stories on Thursday 26th March 2009, and has been accessed 1261 times. It's been read online 73 times. It's been downloaded as a PDF 36 times. It's been downloaded as an MP3 151 times. 6 members have added Swansong to their favourites. 8 members have added Sam Chesterton to their favourites.
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| Editor's Pick › This was one of the first stories where there were conflicting ideas about the narrator, most notably whether it should be male or female. A story about a seventy year old woman who is still trying to lure young men into her bedroom, surely a female narrator for the job. But no, we went with a man. A strange decision but one which works! Paul Jerricho narrates this beautifully written story and in doing so he captures the pathos and emotion perfectly.
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Well written › Enjoyed reading this - a very well drawn character.
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More Lula? › I've commented on this story before, but Swansong popped up on my ipod this morning while I was winging my way to work, and I absolutely loved listening to it! Perfect! Is there more Lula on the way? I hope so!
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Disturbingly beautiful › There's something about Paul Jerricho's voice that makes listening to Swansong profoundly personal. I am not yet at that age nor like the septgenarian reflecting on what she was and what she has become. But the frightening thing about this story is that I could be one day...and have resolved not to be. Thank you Paul and thank you Sam for the warning....
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Hypnotic and lyrical › This so far has been my favourite audio on site. The narration is perfect- and Paul Jerricho captures the essence of the story. And I could listen to his voice all day! A wonderfully written character and a great performance from Paul! Thanks Shortbread!
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A good short read › This being my first short read from this website I shall look forward to reading others, especially from the same author.
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Found it! › It took me a few minuets to find this one, but i'm glad i did. I already like Lula very much. By the way, no pose is ever pointless. My grandmother taught me that.
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Short and sharp › I asked my wife whether an eighty years old female could have such sexual urges. 'Yes', she said, 'I do hope I do.' So there, my doubts about Swansong are resolved.
This is a nice little pastiche with lots of colour, light and shade, often achieved through the legitimate use of obscure local words. Nit-picks include the mis-spelling of despondant (a not second e), too many adverbs and double adjectives and the odd alliteration. (still persisted).
But one to remember, I think.
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