After the Funeral and Other Stories

Exploring the complexities of everyday relationships, this collection of twelve stories delves into how small events can lead to significant consequences. Characters grapple with their pasts and present connections, revealing themes of responsibility, desire, and the tension between convention and personal freedom. From a daughter's reflection on her mother during the pandemic to estranged sisters crossing paths, each narrative offers a poignant look at the emotional undercurrents that shape human interactions. Tessa Hadley's storytelling is both psychologically insightful and richly evocative.