Diverse, dark-humored, and deliciously bite-sized: JT Lawrence doesn't disappoint with this brand-new collection of unsettling short stories. EVERLAND A Shirley Jackson-esque tale of a young family who moves to a haunted castle. THE ICE SLIPPER A feminist retelling of the classic Cinderella tale ... with a perfect JT Lawrence twist. THE WHITE MOUSE In this dystopian tragedy, life has a way of surprising Jana with gifts as much as it does taking them away. SHELLFIRE & BIRDSONG Writing letters to his wife gets Frederick through the war, but his heart will be forever broken. HONEYTRAP Daiki finds a flash drive in his office, which leads him to a truth he is not ready to hear.
Perfect for fans of Gillian Flynn and Roald Dahl, these stories are guaranteed to get under your skin. *** "Lawrence makes every word count, telling each story with elegance and emotional punch." - Patsy Hennessey "Each story is masterfully constructed ... Humorous, touching, creepy, but most of all entertaining, this collection is superb." - Tracy Michelle Anderson *** If you're a fan of Roald Dahl or Gillian Flynn, you'll love this compelling collection with a twist in the tale. Get it now.
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JT Lawrence is an author, playwright and bookdealer based in Parkhurst, Johannesburg. She is the mother of two small boys and lives in a house with a red front door.