The Stone Diaries & Unless

Narrated by William Hope , Barbara Barnes , Laurel Lefkow , Liza Ross , Peter Marinker , Teresa Gallagher , Sara Kestelman , Garrick Hogan

Released: February 12, 2026
Length: 5 hrs 59 mins
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Narration: AI narration
Publisher: BBC Digital Audio

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This BBC Radio adaptation features two acclaimed novels by Canadian author Carol Shields, renowned for their insightful and compassionate portrayals of everyday life. The Stone Diaries traces the life of Daisy Goodwill across the 20th century, exploring her search for identity through memories and imagination, while Unless follows Reta Winters as she grapples with her daughter's sudden change and the meaning of happiness. Both stories are brought to life with engaging full cast performances, capturing Shields' wit and depth in compelling, spoiler-free narratives.

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