Ironies — David Martin

Spouses Simon and Sarah try to solve the mystery of Mildred, a woman with a nasty dog and a very particular schedule. Their investigation will lead Sarah to a secret truth of her own.A doctor interviews a swan about his strange compulsions and identity issues. The swan doesn't hold anything back.A lonely soul and a man without a country bond over pho bac and chaos theory.Whether he's chronicling the nuances of a marriage or putting a new spin on a classic tale, Robert David Martin infuses these contemporary short stories with his thoughts and reflections on human life and relationships. Each tale, based on inspirational stories about real people, raises new psychological questions and encourages readers to look for the answers within themselves. Ironic, introspective, and impulsively addicting, these stories represent a powerful new entry in the canon of psychological literary fiction.