Half Life
by Heather Atkinson
Half Life - Thomas Galbraith built, lived in and died in Briar House. For a hundred and thirty one years he has roamed its halls, frightening off any subsequent tenants. Then one day Kate arrives, angry and hurting after a horrible break-up with her ex. Despite Thomas' best efforts she refuses to leave. A feud develops between the two but Kate's fearsome temperament makes Thomas realise he's finally met his match.The Dinner Party - one unhinged host and seven nervous guests.Snow Dance - A Christmas tale of love overcoming even death itself.Mercy - Mercy's boyfriend attacks her and she almost kills him in self-defence. But is she as innocent as she seems?Red Roses - A simple bunch of roses sparks off a nightmare for a husband and his wife.The Masquerade Ball - Shannon gets taken back in time, literally, when she hosts a Georgian ball.Autumn Leaves - a story demonstrating how our truest loves never actually leave us.Includes an exert from the crime thriller, Breaking Away.