Fringe first winner Linda McLean returns to the Traverse with a tale of three generations of women traveling to Iona in search of a cure for the youngest, who is stricken with a terminal disease. Due to the weather they seek refuge in a small Bed and Breakfast.

Thrown together by circumstance and the worst weather since the 15th January 1968 , we are taken into the characters' past lives and loves. Near-by Iona 's magical qualities give everyone the opportunity to dream their lives better.

McLean has some wonderful moments in a fine script full of excellent storytelling and culminating in the fine Scottish tradition of ‘doing a turn.' Although for the sake of all Edinburgh 's clubbers let us hope that Paul Rattray doesn't actually dance in the same awkward jerky moments as his character, the shy and slightly geeky Guy.

The script, although full of some wonderful dialogue and set pieces lacks some drive. There is no urgency in the need to get Petal (Lesley Hart) to Iona in search of the miracle cure that will save her life. Without the drive and determination the script lacks an edge and a quality of desperation as a grandmother and mother try and save their youngest relation.

There are some excellent performances from a strong cast but Una McLean's performance as Hen shows exactly why she is held in such high esteem throughout the Scottish theatre community and beyond. Her command of the stage, coupled with her brilliant comic timing are a joy to behold.

Although Shimmer has some flaws, it is a fine example of Scottish drama that leaves the audience with a warm feeling and a smile on its collective face.