Gallimaufry - Lesley Jones - 02/02/2012 16:59:13
An absolute treasure chest for those of us who enjoy a little verbal teasing and twisting. To write a good short story is an art in itself and completely different from writing a novel - and Colin has made this art his own. I first read a proper short story when I was 16, and it was by Guy de Maupassant. These stories are out of the same mould. I won't spoil any of them by quoting my favourite sections, but to say Colin is a master of vocabulary, syntax, grammar and humour should go part of the way.I urge you to go forth and read this book. No - I absolutely insist that you do so.