A stunning collection of short stories for fans of Ali Smith, Kate
Atkinson, and Katherine Mansfield
Two traveling musicians attempt to come to terms with a nightmare
scenario at home; restless teenagers run riot during lockdown, with
disastrous consequences; Albert Einstein's reputation grows, as does his
absence as a father; a cantankerous ninety-nine year old contributes to
the chaos of a night ward.
An accomplished novelist and short-story writer, Rose's long-celebrated
mastery of the form allows her to draw through lines of loss and
longing, uncertainty and hope. She conjures the essence of a situation
with insight, economy and dark wit, and vividly presents an
uncompromising view of the world where everyone is searching but few
find what they hope for. Each story vividly creates the inner world of a
compelling, yet disparate cast of characters, and these brief glimpses
into the lives of others leave a lasting afterglow.