Jim Norton reads JG Farrell's novel set against the struggle for independence. As menace hangs in the air around the Majestic, a dear friend returns to Kilnalough. Show more
Jim Norton reads JG Farrell's novel set against the struggle for independence. The Major is thrown into confusion when his affection for Sarah encounters an unexpected rival. Show more
As Christmas approaches, life at the Majestic - and the behaviour of Edward - becomes increasingly erratic and unpredictable. Show more
Jim Norton reads JG Farrell's novel set against the struggle for independence. The Major receives shocking news about Angela, and is compelled to travel to London. Show more
Jim Norton reads JG Farrell's novel set against the struggle for independence. The Major meets some of the residents at the Majestic but his fiancée remains strangely elusive. Show more
Jim Norton reads JG Farrell's novel set against the struggle for independence. The Major returns to Kilnalough, only to find rumblings of disquiet in the Irish countryside. Show more
Jim Norton reads JG Farrell's novel set against the struggle for independence. Major Brendan Archer travels to Ireland after the war to visit his accidental fiancee. Show more
Jim Norton reads JG Farrell's novel set against the struggle for independence. As he oversees the hotel's closure the Irish troubles finally engulf both the Major and the Majestic. Show more
Jim Norton reads JG Farrell's novel set against the struggle for independence. Edward determines to recapture some of the Majestic's former glory by holding a sumptuous ball. Show more
Jim Norton reads JG Farrell's novel set against the struggle for independence. The Major deals with the aftermath of the ball, while political unrest creeps closer to the hotel. Show more