Taking Chances

BY THE AUTHOR SHORTLISTED FOR THE MAN BOOKER PRIZE

''She was . . . marvellous'' GUARDIAN

''Molly Keane . . . is robust about sinful human nature and the intrigues of the heart'' V. S. PRITCHET

''Keane''s distinctive blend of elegant savagery and deep affection'' EVENING STANDARD

Those who suffered because of her might think of Mary that she hurt others, herself she could not hurt; but Jer, knowing ...