It's nail-biting stuff, and deeply-rooted in the world McGovern knows all too well. But it was also some words of encouragement from one very famous writer that got her over the finish line. While she's leaving the TV set behind her for the follow-up, Rose, the lead character is coming with her. With a recurring character in the bag, the obvious next step is a TV adaptation, which McGovern is hopeful for. Steph McGovern is in conversation with Mark Billingham at Cheltenham Literature Festival on Wednesday 15th October at 8pm.