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That Sadie Thing and other stories Paperback – September 11, 2013
- Print length102 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- Publication dateSeptember 11, 2013
- Dimensions5 x 0.26 x 8 inches
- ISBN-101492218855
- ISBN-13978-1492218852
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- Publisher : CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (September 11, 2013)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 102 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1492218855
- ISBN-13 : 978-1492218852
- Item Weight : 4.3 ounces
- Dimensions : 5 x 0.26 x 8 inches
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About the author
Annalisa Crawford lives in south east Cornwall and shares her home with her husband, and canine writing companion, Artoo. She writes dark contemporary fiction with a hint of paranormal.
Her first book, Cat & The Dreamer, was published in 2012 and became the catalyst for longer works and eventually novels: Grace & Serenity (2020), Small Forgotten Moments (2021), and One Tuesday, Early (2024). Her short stories have appeared in Writers’ Forum, The New Writers, Flash Fiction Magazine, Fictive Dream, and Reflex Fiction, and many others.
Small Forgotten Moments won Silver Medal in the Wishing Shelf Book Awards, and her short story collection, The Clock in My Mother’s House, was shortlisted for the Rubery Book Award.
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Customers enjoy the book's readability. They find the stories amazing, memorable, and unlike any they have read before. Readers describe the collection as a gem.
"...Indeed, these stories are prize winners and this collection is a gem." Read more
"...I've often been disappointed by short stories, but this collection rocked. Annalisa Crawford creates scenes that draw you right in...." Read more
"...Every story is memorable, and unlike any you've read before. Not only did I thoroughly enjoy this book, but I may just have to read it again...." Read more
"...The stories left me wondering and musing but also strangely and wonderfully satisfied. Thank you for such a treat!" Read more
Customers enjoy the unique and gripping stories. They find the writing original and thought-provoking, describing the stories as like reading art. The author explores the world of unintentional secrets and how we say what we think we say.
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"...She illustrates the world of unintentional secrets - everything we think we say to someone that we don't, and everything we mean to say to someone..." Read more
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"...Every story is memorable, and unlike any you've read before. Not only did I thoroughly enjoy this book, but I may just have to read it again...." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2014I really enjoyed this selection of 11 stories.
That Sadie Thing: is a story about a victim who should have "played by the rules" and uttered just one "saturated scream" which would have "kept her alive." ~ Ha! I didn't see the twist coming in this one!
Irish Green: tells about a second chance at love for a reluctant loner who "doesn't talk to strangers" ~ I felt a sense of closure by the last line!
Beth: is the story of a boy...a girl...a party...a courtship...a bouquet...an engagement...a wedding...a marriage...some children...a man...an affair...then nothing...and finally, an "extraordinary angel" ~ This one tugged at my heartstrings... life is so unfair!
The Walking Dead: a squatter has a guitar for company, and an old man who helps her to make an important decision. ~ A sense of hope lingers...all is not lost!
Open Windows: in the story, life passes by, as a woman focuses on hanging onto memories of a relationship that ended before it began.~ It left me in a state of limbo...neither here, nor there!
Omelette: this is a beautiful and thought-provoking tale of friendship, both old and new, tied together by a painting and an omelette. ~ There is a friend for every reason and every season!
Shadows Of Autumn: this tale highlights the turbulent thoughts and memories of an anguished mother while she waits for news about her missing daughter. ~ The ending was a tug-of-war between relief and disappointment...and I'm still not sure which one triumphed!
Portrait Of The Painter: is about a long-standing, yet odd association between a quirky, spontaneous artist who is wrapped up in her own world; and a loyal, dependable man who is protective over her and seems to have accepted the relationship for what it is. ~ I get the impression that each one would be lost without the other!
The Girl Who Is Good: is about an outwardly demure and well-mannered young girl, who is tortured by a Jekyll-and-Hyde inner personality, and cold-hearted parents who think they know what's best for her. ~ I wondered about her mental condition...and that of her parents too!
Tasting The Grass: is basically about a one-night-stand behind a partner's back; but I think the other important theme is parental love and acceptance that is NOT unconditional, and the resulting uncertainty/confusion that plagues the recipient and manifests itself in different life choices that are made. ~ I doubt that the character knew what she really wanted!
Rain Dancing: this story focuses on the turning point in a relationship between a risk-taker type of woman who "dances in the rain", and a predictable man who is content to go to work everyday and watch television at night. ~ I couldn't help wondering whether the events signalled the end of their relationship or the beginning of a new-and-exciting-chapter!
- Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2013Quite like the cover, That Sadie Thing and other stories, involves hauntingly beautiful writing and secretive characters. I discovered Ms.Crawford through her blog and enjoyed her humor. Happiness shown through as she wrote about writing struggles, etc. Then I opened her stories on Kindle and thought, "Wow, she uncovered deep layers of human sorrow and conflict." The stories are vibrant and the characters are rich, imbued with many shades of gray. You will be surprised by some twists, and will keep the pages scrolling. Indeed, these stories are prize winners and this collection is a gem.
- Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2013I loved this book. I've often been disappointed by short stories, but this collection rocked. Annalisa Crawford creates scenes that draw you right in. It's like she says to herself, "I wonder what it would be like to be ...." and then finishes these sentences: A woman getting (or making) nuisance phone calls; A person in a relationship waking up with someone other than their partner; a husband and wife still holding hope that their long-missing daughter might return to them ... alive. And more. She takes us into these people's lives, with vivid description that create scenes so visually and emotionally real. And best of all, she surprised me Every. Single. Time. Crawford has a dark side and a funny side and an emotional side and a compassionate side and all these come through in this collection. It's awesome.
- Reviewed in the United States on April 13, 2015There is a liminal space that exists in certain moments of our lives. When first we begin a relationship with someone - be it romantic or otherwise - and when we reach an end in those relationships, we are in a state of both knowing and not knowing anything about the other. We are also in a state of both knowing and not knowing anything about ourselves. Crawford expresses this state of being with grace and candor. She illustrates the world of unintentional secrets - everything we think we say to someone that we don't, and everything we mean to say to someone that we don't - and allows to unfold in her stories the tension that arises from the act of pulling away from each other and pulling away from ourselves. While this is the overarching impression from this collection, there are a couple stories where she does focus more on how situations cause a state of emotional limbo for people and these are no less amazing. The doubts and fears that arise from these moments are so real and true I couldn't help but relate to the character in that situation - even if I felt that I wouldn't have related to the characters at all otherwise. But this again is an excellent demonstration of how, while we are all different people, there are points or circumstances to which we can all empathize. We can say "why don't you speak, say something," and know that we wouldn't say anything, either. That we would also float in the liminal space and wonder how we got there and who these other people are that we are trying to include in our lives - who we are for trying to include them at all.
- Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2013Annalisa first impressed me with "Cat and the Dreamer"...and she didn't let me down with "That Sadie Thing". Annalisa has such a amazing talent for words, her stories are like reading art. My favorite story was "Irish Green", but then I am a sucker for romance.
- Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2013Well, darn. Whattaya know? Every other reviewer gave this book five stars, too.
Okay, so my reaction isn't unique. Big deal. That doesn't matter, because I'm telling ya, these stories are unique, and this book deserves every five-star review it gets. Every story is memorable, and unlike any you've read before. Not only did I thoroughly enjoy this book, but I may just have to read it again. The first time, I gobbled the stories like a bag of chips. Next time, I'll try to slow down and savor. If I can.
Top reviews from other countries
- sharonReviewed in the United Kingdom on August 29, 2014
5.0 out of 5 stars FABULOUSSSSSSSSSSS
The cat and dreamer was the first book I read by Annalisa and to me she has just got better.
This collection of short stories has you caught and the book just can NOT be put down.
I can't say I had a favourite as I did enjoy all the stories in the book.
As she did in the other book she creates her stories brilliantly as she does her characters.
All I will say to you is don't try to guess the ending of any of the stories..............you will only be wrong!!
Well done Annalisa.
READ IT!!!
LOVED IT!!!
WRITE MORE!!!!
- StephReviewed in the United Kingdom on October 3, 2013
5.0 out of 5 stars That Sadie Thing and other stories
A stunning collection of short stores beautifully written in a refreshing style which immediately draws you in.
From the very first sentence you are captivated as the author ignites your interest and from then on it is compulsive reading, which I found very difficult to put down.
Emotional, intense and perceptive, the author transports us into the mysteries of relationships, capturing the very essence of her characters and their innermost thoughts. I found myself not only identifying with them but also really caring about them.
- Fran CashReviewed in the United Kingdom on December 2, 2016
3.0 out of 5 stars I was very much looking forward to this boo Only ...
I was very much looking forward to this boo Only three stories were really gripping and held my attention the others seemed to run out of steam.
- Hilary Melton-ButcherReviewed in the United Kingdom on December 30, 2016
5.0 out of 5 stars I loved reading the stories and thinking through the scenarios
I loved reading the stories and thinking through the scenarios ... some heartfelt, some sad reminding me of times I've experienced ... but Annalisa picks up so many nuances appropriate to each telling, guiding us through to their denouement ... I could see the scenes and understand the settings ... a very good post Christmas read - one story at a time ... enjoy - you will.
- PatsyReviewed in the United Kingdom on October 9, 2017
4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting and varied collection of short stories. A few ...
Interesting and varied collection of short stories. A few make for slightly uncomfortablele reading, but they still held my attention.