Five Short Stories by Steve Amoia

Steve Amoia delivers an engaging collection of heartfelt, deeply human tales in Five Short Stories. From exorcising a long-held fantasy through a disappointing slice of romance, to seeing the world from the rougher edge of the map, these stories criss-cross the country, exploring the perceptions and prejudices we experience, as well as those we quietly hold. Amoia carefully dissects the pain of unexpected loss, the unpredictable nature of cruelty, and the toxic addiction of greed and wealth, in stories with gradual momentum and a straightforward, thematically clear tone. There is strength in the simplicity here, and this is a well-edited, albeit brief, collection from a consistently thoughtful writer.