This collection is chock full of the customary wit and word play with which Moore sugars cynicism and darkness. She's a writer of substance and Bark highlights her depth and importance.

Humorous, poignant, sharp, sentimental and surprising, each story is a like peeling back the rooftop of a suburban household and peeking at what's really going on inside. Illuminates all of the cupboards you shouldn't look in, when you're married. Terrific, a gift.