Review: SHORT STORY COLLECTION
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 01 7, 2013
Fifty/Fifty and other Stories by Matthew W. McFarland is a compilation of 11 short stories, all set in the author's home of Ireland.  Each story is a stand-alone episode, each with  its own ironic twist or dark humor.  In the title story "Fifty/Fifty", a policeman is called to talk down a would-be jumper from the Forth Rail Bridge.  So far, the officer's record has been fifty/fifty, but no matter the outcome, his record will be changed.My personal favorite in the collection is "Wee Tiny Spiders".  Not only did it appeal to my own dark, twisted sense of humor, but I once had a similar experience; with different results,  I must add.  Although the stories differ from one another, they are all enjoyable, and I highly recommend the book.5 starsDisclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the author. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255[...] : "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."