In the stories in this collection, lying is everywhere. Because a lie is a wonderful way to escape the truth – which is often too painful, or too boring. And it’s so easy. Anyone can do it. You lie to your friends, your masseur, your parents, your children, your partner, or to yourself. Stopping, however, is the hard part.
“So good it gives you separation anxiety: you don’t want to let go of the characters.” – De Volkskrant
“These stories are reminiscent of Jeffrey Eugenides and Lana Del Rey.” – Knack••••
“The stories of Sarah Arnolds are remarkably good. Heart-rending yet gentle, laconic yet full of mystery. They slip quietly but with purpose into your mind, and refuse to leave anytime soon. Hard to believe this is a debut; every story hits its mark.” – Rob van Essen, two-time winner of the Libris Literature Award
“Arnolds’ writing is diligent, in a subtle way ingenious, and completely on point. There is a mastery and accuracy to it that you rarely encounter, especially not in a debut.” – NRC••••