In a southern European country, the young woman Irene speaks up. She addresses different people. The course of her life depends on them. With each brief exchange, she offers us a small glimpse of her pain. We sense the looming tragedy through her words and witness its surprising aftermath. 'Close to the Sea' is a dramatic fiction by Ruth Vilar, inspired by a true story and translated by Clare Nimmo. A succession of raw, brave and moving monologues. An audiobook drama with Aina Calpe playin...