Fabulous

From the author of the acclaimed Peculiar Ground, this collection presents a series of modern fables set in contemporary Britain, featuring a diverse cast of characters including a people-trafficker, a migrant worker, and an elderly musician. Each story reflects the intricacies of modern life—addressing issues like healthcare, criminality, and contemporary dating—while drawing inspiration from Graeco-Roman myth, the Bible, and folklore. With sharp wit and elegant prose, these narratives explore timeless mysteries and human passions, offering both humor and insight into the struggles of ordinary people today.