The moment Gloria Peterson lunged for the envelope, everyone flinched, and teaspoons clattered against saucers.
The roar of the Jaguars engine faded into the trees, and the silence settled over me like a thick winter coat.
“Your wealth should be reflected in your gifts,” snapped the mother-in-law. “
When I stepped out of the shower, where Id stood motionless under the spray for at least ten minutes
“Mum,” Victor murmured softly when they were alone in the kitchen, “Ive been meaning
The morning floated in grey light, the coffee machine clicked, steam slowly rising against the window.
Margaret Peterson lunged for the envelope, making everyone flinch and spoons clatter against plates.
“Kath, Mum,” whispered Victor softly when they were alone in the kitchen, “