A unique family occasion is looming for the O'Hagans. Desmond and Deirdre will have been married for twenty-five years in October. Naturally there must be a celebration. But who is going to arrange it, and will the right people come? It is unthinkable not to have a party, but do Desmond and Deirdre O'Hagan really want one? The past secrets and present fears of the family and their close friends are gradually unveiled in this collection of stories which culminate in the last revealing drama – the Silver Wedding party itself.