I found so many of the ideas and characters engaging, especially in the latter half of the collection, that I was pulled along. Yet much of the time the story came to an abrupt conclusion. Set-ups were often not paid off. I don’t need everything wrapped up in a neat little bow, but the scenario often terminates without resolution. I’m sure it’s a stylistic decision, which is surprising in itself, although I began to notice the unsatisfying terminus at each story’s end so that I found myself wishing for a satisfying landing.