Ruth Skrine Books

Ruth Skrine brings fifteen years of experience writing fiction following a career as a doctor. Her professional background in general practice, family planning, and psychosexual medicine informs her particular interest in the connections between early experiences and adult relationships. Skrine passionately conveys her concern for the environment, believing that stories can effectively raise awareness of the dangers threatening our world. Her work uniquely blends psychological insight with ecological consciousness, creating compelling and thought-provoking narratives.

To Have and to Hold
92 pages
4 hours of reading
An isolated woman in her mid-twenties discovers an abandoned baby with a metal chain around his neck. Choosing not to return to her commune, she seeks refuge in a farmer's barn, where she finds kindness and support. In a gesture of gratitude, she leaves the chain behind, symbolizing her complex relationship with both the baby and her past. The story explores themes of isolation, connection, and the search for belonging amidst challenging circumstances.

To Have and to Hold