Urban Creatures
- 215 pages
- 8 hours of reading
In Urban Creatures, Sarah Gray's short stories shift from the unsettling to the surreal to the frightening, all cut through with her characteristic black humor. Urban survival makes creatures of us all.
Sarah Gray Books
Sarah Gray has spent her professional life weaving tales, delighting in the exploration of fear and the darkly comic aspects of the human psyche. In a world often perceived as scary and illogical, her imagination finds ample room to roam. She is a master of the short story, crafting curious narratives that leave a lingering disquiet and heartache, punctuated by a chilling sting of pleasure. Her stories offer a unique way to confront life's worst possibilities, allowing readers to process them before returning to their everyday lives.
Plumcake
- 312 pages
- 11 hours of reading
Faye Collins grapples with her past when she learns that her former abuser, Doctor Edward Vogel, is terminally ill. As a high school administrator and mother, she faces the dilemma of confronting or forgiving him for the abuse she suffered at 17. The narrative explores themes of trauma, consent, accountability, and mercy, as Faye navigates her feelings and the complexities of their shared history. This encounter at Vogel's bedside could offer a chance for redemption, challenging Faye's beliefs and shaping her approach to the new generation she influences.