In her second volume of short stories, which follows the hugely successful 'Encounters', Barbara Erskine has created a compelling world of love, betrayal, suspense and grief. A biographer investigating a tragic death hears voices from the past drawing her towards the truth… A nineteenth century parson’s daughter is caught up in the excitement and romance of a smuggling intrigue… A young boy from a deprived background finds his own haven in the wastelands of the inner city… Contemporary, historical, spooky, and humorous – there are over thirty delightful stories, each one guaranteed to capture the reader’s imagination, and all demonstrating Barbara Erskine’s unique powers as a storyteller. Readers LOVE Barbara Erskine: ‘Atmospheric’ ‘Enthralling’ ‘Spellbinding’ ‘Another fabulous read from the mistress of the genre’ ‘Immensely and deeply immersive fiction’ ‘I loved every minute’ ‘An exceptional writer of great books’ ‘You can rely on this author to keep you wanting more’ ‘A joy to read’ ‘Captivating and engrossing’