An unpunctuated single sentence outpouring of grief and angst, a stream-of-consciousness wail of despair. This story is told in a rhythmical almost sobbing style that takes your breath away. When this story arrived for feedback in my in-box, I read it again and again, wondering if I should suggest any changes, so affecting did I find it in terms of flow and characterisation and pure emotion poured out and evoked. Sometimes you’re best leaving the creative energy of a story alone I reckon. Sometimes when it comes to storytelling, imperfections can be perfect. If you want to lose yourself on a wave of brilliant storytelling that presents a personal tragedy in a totally original and culturally important way – read this. End of Story.

First published by TSS Publishing in 2020, and available to read here