Adored the writing style. Beautiful words. Each story was neither under- nor over-stated but had clarity and intensity.

Very much enjoyed it. Would gladly read more by the author but there doesn't seem to be any.

All of the stories are short, tight and end abruptly. Almost like there's a real need not to waste words. The moment the picture has enough detail we move on.

I've realised that one of the things I enjoy in the short story format is that it *doesn't* easily suffer from the bloat and drag that I perceive novels often having. I often found myself halfway through a book thinking, "Christ, this would have benefited from being 25% shorter...". It's probably a me problem but not with short stories.

Beautiful spare writing, with a kind of longing in each one. Two young brothers cross a frozen lake, a man goes on holiday to Japan but doesn't leave the hotel. But I had a problem with the resolutions and the fact that none of them ended on a point of completeness for me.
3.5 stars.

This gets an extra star for how incredibly pretty it is.

I just love love love how unfinished these stories feel
and I love the cover photo with the binding. it's gorgeous.

A brilliantly written and lovely collection of short stories. Great to dip in and out of, especially on commutes!

Beautifully crafted, thought provoking stories, with, it seemed to me, an overarching theme of dislocation.

Perceptive and insightful writing that brings beauty to the mundane.

A stunning collection of short stories that take the everyday and make it profound, tragic, funny and insightful.

Of all the short stories in here i would recommend:
• by the canal
• disappearances
• rehearsal room (this one reminded me of "im thinking of ending things" by iain reid big time)