There is something just so amazing about Daphne du Maurier's writing. I don't think its that possible to give short stories too high ratings because you simply don't have enough time to become attached to characters as much as a full length novel. But, the main selling point here is undoubtedly the incredible atmosphere that Maurier is able to create. The Birds is probably my favourite in the collection but, I did enjoy The Apple Tree a lot too. The natural imagery that joins these short stories together was just great - man haunted by nature. I really enjoyed this collection.