Pickle Me This
Originally published, Thursday, October 15, 2009
Many thanks to Kerry Clare, whose lively literary blog is at picklemethis.blogspot.com
She’s written a wonderful commentary on English Stories. Here’s a taste –
“With mere words (though there is nothing mere about her words), Flood has recreated a time and a place and an atmosphere so steeped, I could trace my finger along the patterns in the wallpaper (and she doesn’t even mention the wallpaper). These stories are challenging, tricky, ripe with allusionary gateways to the wider world of literature. And so rewarding, for the richness of character, the intricate detail, and careful plotting that holds just enough back, keeping us alert and anticipating what’s around every next turn.”
Much appreciated!
