Author: Walton Merritt

Julia’s Flat — and Not a Relative in Sight Julia was scrubbing a plate when the doorbell rang.

Julia’s Flat — and Not a Relative in Sight Julia was scrubbing a plate when the doorbell rang.

**Dark Secrets of the Past** “Alex, don’t be late tonight, please,” Anna said to her husband

The return was late, but Emily had already made up her mind. James was gloomily twirling spaghetti on his fork.

**When Everything Falls into Place: Emily Chooses Herself** —Mum, I’ll be back late tonight.

“Mum, I’m off to the cinema with Emily! Keep your phone handy, yeah?” called Oliver

When Mother-in-Law and Son-in-Law Became Allies “Where on earth are they?” muttered Eleanor

**The Old Mirror, or How the Son-in-Law Made Peace with His Mother-in-Law** Emily came home late.

When Life Finally Begins: The Story of a Woman Who Chose Herself “Mum, I’m off to the cinema

Emily trudged home from Tesco, her arms aching under the weight of bulging shopping bags. Her back throbbed