Beautifully written in a style which combines poetic feeling with a scrupulous attention to the truth of things, Requiem is an enchanting and lyrical portrait of childhood and growing up. It probes the tragic-comedy of Irish convent Catholicism with a rare power and sensitivity and continues to disturb long after it has been finished. The story of Cecilia's adolescence is exquisitely told in a style that is both economic and exuberant. There are moments of near-Joycean epiphany. ... the plot is tight and the narrative startling.

This anthology of intricate and intriguing modern short fiction is dedicated to The Lymphoma Association UK by the many contributing authors and Cybermouse Books. The proceeds from the sale of this anthology (at least 2 per copy sold at the cover price) will be gifted directly to the charity. Contributing authors- household names, prize-winners, and those who soon will be- are as follows: Angela Robson, Berlie Doherty, Bill Allerton, Bryony Doran, Caroline Pitcher, Danuta Reah, David Swann, Henry Shukman, Ian McMillan, Jemma Kennedy, Judith Allnatt, Julia South, Kirstin Zhang, Lesley...