Haringey author H A Howe’s second short story collection is full of irony and unexpected twists...

More Thorns Than Roses is H A Howe’s second collection of fictional stories dealing with fears and tragedies.

Often interwoven with a humorous thread, they highlight the darker side of life. In her belief that short stories should be able to captivate the reader just as much as longer novels, this new collection does not disappoint. True to her style, H A Howe likes to surprise the reader – so expect the unexpected ...

“More Thorns Than Roses certainly lives up to its title. It is definitely thorny, edgy, dark, and very eloquently written. The tales ring true and leave you wanting more as soon as possible. H A Howe is a very gifted writer.” – Peter Bogdanovich, film director/writer/critic/film historian (The Last Picture Show, Paper Moon)

“Short stories doesn't quite say it. H A Howe's tales of misadventure are as brief as a moment and as fully formed as a thriller.” – John Nathan, journalist (The Times/The Independent/Jewish Chronicle)

“H A Howe’s chief asset is a capacity to draw the reader in to the tales, making the reader eager to know what happens next...” – Herbert Kretzmer, OBE (journalist and lyricist of Les Miserables)

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