Despite being written in the 70s and 80s, this collection of short speculative fiction (publihsed fo rthe first time in the UK) feels fresh and modern and relevant. Themes touch on gender, isolation, control, humanity, and stories range from darkly funny to poignant, despair to absurdist, meaning there really is something for everyone within these pages.
'Asshole!'
Dad swelled with malice. His body literally swelled. Violent shockwaves daggered from his person. Foul electricity, filthy purple. The waves crested the hill and zapped the elder and the girl, killing them instantly.
The family had no idea what was going on. They had never suspected their rising tempers could physically kill someone.
