He crafts narratives centered on characters often on the fringes, drawn to the peculiar and the strange. His work delves into the complexities of dysfunctional family dynamics and the universal quest for belonging. With a keen eye for the atmosphere of specific eras and cultural moments, he imbues his stories with a unique voice and a blend of dark discovery and humor. His writing offers readers an engaging exploration of identity and finding one's place in a world that is both familiar and unsettling.
In 1976, a woman arrives in Little Denny Road and moves into her new council flat. Her two daughters are always with her, except at night when they watch her drive off in a stranger's car. Sadie, the youngest daughter, thinks nothing of this until she's asked a question at school. The answer will unleash consequences that echo through the decades.
Happiness Is Wasted On Me is a genre-blending tale that spans a decade in the life of Walter Wedgeworth. It's a coming of age tale, a family drama, a mystery, and a biting dark comedy. Ultimately, it's the story of how even the strangest people can find their way in the world.