What a treat it was to dip into this book and be transported into the lives of others with such effortless ease. It takes great skill to immerse a reaWhat a treat it was to dip into this book and be transported into the lives of others with such effortless ease. It takes great skill to immerse a reader in stories as short as 70 words, and yet they are as compelling and moving as their lengthier counterparts. Exploring themes of family, love, loss and everything in between, these stories stir up a range of emotions with a mix of humour and tragedy: I loved A Swan's Path <3 and I Don't Want to Dance - strikingly different yet both wholly realistic. The beauty of short stories is that you can dip in and out as time permits, though, I must admit to always wanting to read "just one more". As the description so aptly states, these stories portray small chunks of life, many with a poignancy that lingers on in your mind long after you've finished reading. A great balance of tone, characterisation, setting and feelings that ground you in the moment, no matter how fleeting. Enjoy! You'll not regret diving into these pages. ...more
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