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A bold, sharp, gripping debut about a couple whose perfect life in the Swedish countryside is not what it seems... In an idyllic house in a Swedish wood, Merry and her husband are building their new dream life with their young baby, far away from events that overshadowed their old life in New York. And they're happy, aren't they? Blissfully, blissfully happy. When Merry's childhood friend Frances comes to stay, Frances barely recognises her old friend Merry, pureeing baby food, baking, living the Swedish dream. But little by little, cracks begin to show in her carefully constructed fairy tale. And Frances starts to see things others might miss. Dark and treacherous things. And then a terrible tragedy unfolds...

Featuring a diverse cast of interconnected characters, this debut collection of short fiction showcases the unique storytelling style of South African-born Michelle Sacks. The collection includes a standout story that earned a spot on the shortlist for the Commonwealth Short Story Prize in 2014, highlighting Sacks' talent and the rich narratives woven throughout the book.