Opening the first page is like peering inside a forgotten jewellery box. The gemstones remain sparkling and the gold reflects. His Grace's False Teeth (...And Other Gritty Tales) by Michael Barnes is a compilation of short stories, poems and the musings of a writer who has lived life to the full. Polished, thought-provoking and poignant, his beautifully written tales of loss, human conflict and desire are a literary treat. From family tragedy to the examination of revenge, this book captivates the reader through its finely crafted language; it's commentary on life and how we choose to live it.