Product Description

As the 1950s progress, several unexpected happenings ruffle the usually calm atmosphere of Adams family life. Sammy and Boots are troubled by the first stirrings of industrial unrest, as the unions start to flex their muscles and old loyalties change, while an attractive new employee causes Sammy some troubles of a different kind. The older generation are more than a little surprised at what they see around them as society moves on and the lives of the youngsters are being taken over by rock 'n' roll. Young Emily, still only thirteen but old beyond her years, catches the eye of a teddy boy, while Linda is pursued by a smooth-talking young man. But good sense and good luck prevail, and the Adams family find the strength to cope with these challenging times. Follow the story of the Adams family of Walworth in the other novels of Mary Jane Staples, all published by Corgi Books.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #89299 in Books
• Published on: 2005-01-03
• Original language: English
• Binding: Mass Market Paperback
• 389 pages

From the Back Cover
As the 1950s progress, several unexpected happenings ruffle the usually calm atmosphere of Adams family life. Sammy and Boots are troubled by the first stirrings of industrial unrest, as the unions start to flex their muscles and old loyalties change, while an attractive new employee causes Sammy some troubles of a different kind.

The older generation are more than a little surprised at what they see around them as society moves on and the lives of the youngsters are being taken over by rock ‘n’ roll. Young Emily, still only thirteen but old beyond her years, catches the eye of a teddy boy, while Linda is pursued by a smooth-talking young man. But good sense and good luck prevail, and the Adams family find the strength to cope with these challenging times.

About the Author
Mary Jane Staples was born and brought up in the Walworth area of South London. She now lives in Surrey and is the author of over thirty bestselling novels about cockney life, many of which feature the well-loved Adams family.

Customer Reviews

Another brilliant Book
I have read all of the books by this author and she always keeps me enthralled right to the end,with new trials and joys for The Adams family.This latest book is no exception.Keep up the good work.

brilliant
Brilliant as all her books are. Not only have I enjoyed it, but so has my Mum! I have collected all MJS's books & enjoy them as much as the first time each time I read them!!