Harry's son Nelson wants to bring home a new girlfriend, but where will they sleep? Harry's mother-in-law has extremely firm views on the subject. By John Updike. Show more

Nelson brings home Melanie, apparently his new girlfriend. But the two do not act like lovers. Melanie seems particularly unperturbed by having to have separate rooms. Show more

Nelson borrows one of the cars. Not entirely without incident. His attempt to break the news to his father has complications and, as usual, a fight ensues. Show more

By John Updike. Harry finally finds out the truth about Nelson and Melanie. Show more

After another argument with his father, Nelson has wrecked one of his precious cars. But while it is being repaired, they have a wedding to arrange. Fast. Show more

Nelson has begun working at the garage leaving his pregnant new wife at his parents' house. He has already begun to feel stifled by married life. Like father, like son. Show more

Pru, heavily pregnant, has had an accident at a party. They pray the baby will survive. She fell down some stairs, and it is not entirely clear whether or nor she was pushed. Show more

With a new baby on the way, the house is getting pretty crowded. A decision must be made. It seems the time has finally come for Janice and Harry to have a place of their own. Show more

By John Updike. Having broken the news of their departure to Ma Springer, Harry and Janice go on holiday. The Caribbean beckons - along with four very adventurous friends. Show more

By John Updike. On the eve of becoming a father, Harry's son Nelson takes drastic action. Harry and Janice seem to have no option but to curtail their holiday. Show more

Harry’s in a rut again - job, marriage, mother, son - then Janice makes a choice that shakes him out of it. Read by Toby Jones. Show more

US moon landing imminent, Harry and Janice confront their broken marriage and their reluctance to mend it. Read by Toby Jones. Show more

Harry meets his wife’s lover. He argues with Jill and is astonished that she is starting to fall for him. Read by Toby Jones. Show more

At a loss in the wake of Janice's departure, Harry accepts an invitation to dinner by another woman. Read by Toby Jones. Show more

Jill establishes herself in the household charming Nelson, while Harry grapples with his mother's health. Read by Toby Jones. Show more

Jill brings home a friend, Janice wants a divorce, and Harry is caught between a rock and a hard place. Read by Toby Jones. Show more

Skeeter's presence is taking its toll on Jill. Harry's mind is opening to new ideas and experiences. Read by Toby Jones. Show more

Skeeter leaves town, and Harry's sister Mim arrives to visit their mother whose time is fast slipping away. Read by Toby Jones. Show more

Despite Harry's worries about his family, life continues almost as normal - until one terrible day. Read by Toby Jones. Show more

Unemployed and restless, Harry wallows in grief. But Janice can finally see a way through. Concluded by Toby Jones. Show more