This is a brilliant collection of short stories mostly set in rural Ireland. Bereavement, loss, fear, shame, deception, worn out relationships and the optimism of new ones are the subjects of these stories. Trevor's characters are teenagers, ordinary everyday folk, wealthier people whose lives have been changed by unexpected incidents or just the minutiae of daily life. His writing is calm and non-judgmental, leaving room for reflection. Well worth reading and immensely enjoyable.
(Diane Reeve - bwl 53 September 2009 ) |
