This marks Michelle Nic Pháidín’s inaugural book of short stories. Within this collection, readers embark on diverse imaginative journeys: some stories delve into the realm of imagination, others vividly portray life in her locale, while certain narratives encapsulate the essence of the sea. A striking diversity emerges in terms of the narrator’s voice throughout this compilation. The stories are narrated through a spectrum of characters—children, women, and men—each sharing their personal tales. Love, revenge, and native lore are among the myriad themes found within these pages. The storyteller adeptly crafts a multifaceted array of stories, successfully achieving a rich tapestry of narratives.