Reason Out of Tune and Harsh

by Anne Harris

This story follows Emmy, her daughter Jane, and others who are related to them by affection, blood, or marriage. All experience decades of conflict and change. Jane weathers many problems of her own, but gradually creates a satisfying, independent life. Meanwhile, as Emmy ages, she becomes increasingly suspicious of Jane and others, physically frail,and eventually delusional. We see the stresses created by home care for the bedridden Emmy, and her eventual death. In a last-minute encounter, she and Jane are able to reach a degree of accord. Very near the end of

Unknown Binding

First published December 16, 2011