The Secrets Women Keep
“Now they were cocooned in the glow from the candle lanterns on the table. At one of the outside lights over the doors, an angry hornet buzzed. What had been a pleasant breeze during the day was stronger now, wilder, as if a storm might be in the offing at last. Rose was grateful that the meal had gone as well as it had, given the undercurrents swirling between them, and relieved that no one had commented on her lack of appetite. Every mouthful had been an effort. But everyone had put aside self...ish concerns to give Eve a special birthday supper. The mood was relaxed, the conversation as easy as it could be between old friends. The ravioli and sage was followed by grilled pork served Italian style with a slice of lemon, then salad and cheese. Daniel kept their glasses topped up with a regular stream of crisp Soave or smoky Chianti. The candle-studded brownies were the hit of the evening.
‘What the . . .’ Eve leaned forward to examine the candles, fumbling for her glasses, then laughed until there were tears in her eyes.MoreLess
‘What the . . .’ Eve leaned forward to examine the candles, fumbling for her glasses, then laughed until there were tears in her eyes.MoreLess
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