Doorways in Drumorty

In the remote village of Drumorty, funerals are more than a rite of passage—they’re a stage for rivalry and reputation. Kirsty Fraser, a sharp‑tongued widow with a talent for dramatic “fits,” has turned each mourning into a public performance, earning the whispered admiration (and occasional scorn) of her neighbours. Her keen eye watches the doors of Mistress MacNab’s house, measuring each sorrowful procession with a mixture of envy and resolve.

When news arrives that Sandy MacNab has died in an absurd, almost comical accident, surgical envy spikes. The butter‑prize dispute that once set Kirsty against the MacNabs resurfaces, and she vows to deliver a fit more convincing than any she’s ever mustered, even if it means biting her own cheeks until they bleed. The preparations bring old grievances to the surface, and the village buzzes with anticipation of the next funeral spectacle.

As the funeral approaches, Kirsty’s ambition balances on a knife’s edge: will her over‑the‑top display bring the solace she craves, or will it unravel the fragile ties that hold Drumorty together?