A Turnham Malpas Novel: 12
With the Rector Peter Harris and his family back from Africa, the
villagers of Turnham Malpas heave huge sighs of relief - everything
is back to normal. But Peter has other ideas. He decides to return
to Africa and fulfil his promise of working there for a year. The
family he leaves behind is a very troubled one. Caroline's emails
to Peter hide the fact that the twins, Beth and Alex, are traumatised
by their experiences in Africa and her own distress that they will
not share their feelings with her.
The villagers are also missing Peter's guidance - there are troublesome
newcomers, Jenny and Andy, to contend with. Meanwhile Jimbo's store
is the target of petty theft and violence. Closing it seems to
be his only option; one which horrifies the villagers. Beth, who
is struggling to lead a normal life again after her upsetting time
in Africa, finds that she has further challenges to face at home.
They are all banking on Peter's return to help restore harmony
and stability in the village. But will he make it back before things
get out of hand?
Rebecca Shaw's trademark sense of mischievous humour and wonderful
insight into village life are present in this exceptional tale
which follows the story of life in Turnham Malpas.
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