"Pam Laskin's stories navigate the inner and outer landscapes of her characters with a poet's eye for the telling detail and the moments of humanity, both humorous and heartbreaking, that make this an unforgettable collection." --Rebecca Chace, author of CHAUTAUQUA SUMMER, CAPTURE THE FLAG and LEAVING ROCK HARBOR. "Pam Laskin's stories exhibit a deeply moving vision and insight into the contemporary human condition; she has a keen eye for the nuances of language and a command of the intricacies of the human heart and mind." --Hasanthika Sirisena, winner of the 2008 Rona Jaffe Award