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***Previously published as Our Beautiful Child*** Three women. Three stories. One pub where it all begins. For Quinn, Ella, and Rona, The Boatman is the perfect place for respite. It's the oldest pub in town and has been offering solace and comfort to those in peril for centuries. Quinn is hiding from her past when she meets the captivating Murray. Ella is running from her nightmares and the tragedy they predict. And Rona is on the cusp of a spinetingling new ability. But there are strange murmurs in the night. A woman who fell to her death walks the banks of the river. A clairvoyant is drawn to the Boatman, eager to discover its secrets. And who is rowing the boat which glides silently in the shadows? These suspenseful, traditionally-inspired ghost stories will chill the bones of fans of Susan Hill, J.T. Croft, and Wendy Webb.

At school, Julia was drawn to the aloof and intriguing new student, Rachel, who lured her into a suicide pact. Julia survived; Rachel did not.Fifteen years later, Julia is still struggling with the guilt and trauma of that day, causing her to retreat into daydreams as a means of escape. But, even there, she is unable to find peace, as a surreal character named Cat is determined to thwart Julia's efforts to move on and find happiness.Julia's life changes when she meets Adam, who helps her realise what she has been missing.This poignant coming-of-age tale for adults will resonate with anyone who is still waiting to feel grown up.

There are eight billion people on Earth. We collide with just a handful of them throughout our lives, by accident or design. Why not take the time meet a few more?A couple break up on a rainy night; a woman finds comfort eating lunch as her best friend lies in hospital; a runaway longs to go home; a teenager finds herself in an unlikely place.Our stories never end, they just lead into the next.This is the updated second edition of That Sadie Thing, packed with award-winning stories from the first decade of the author's career.Praise for the first edition:¿¿¿¿¿ An amazing collection of short stories that will stick with you long after you've finished reading them - Kazzy¿¿¿¿¿ The stories left me wondering and musing but also strangely and wonderfully satisfied. Thank you for such a treat! - I Forgive Heathcliff¿¿¿¿¿ Every story is memorable, and unlike any you've read before. Not only did I thoroughly enjoy this book, but I may just have to read it again. The first time, I gobbled the stories like a bag of chips. Next time, I'll try to slow down and savor. If I can. - Susan Flett Swiderski