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Sometimes Kevin and Sadie think they will never escape from their dingy rooms in Liverpool and find a nice place to bring up Brendan. But they are determined not to let things get them down. This the fourth of the stories about the young Belfast lovers.
Quick Summary
Full of heart and hope, this story follows young Kevin and Sadie as they battle against grim boarding houses and stubborn landlords, never giving up on their dream of building a proper home for themselves and baby Brendan. Readers will root for this determined young couple as they navigate hilarious landlord encounters, scrapes with eviction, and the everyday struggles of making ends meet in 1960s Liverpool. If your kid loves the working-class warmth and family drama of "Anne of Green Gables" or enjoys historical fiction about resilient teens fighting for a better life, they'll be completely hooked on this tale. Perfect for teens aged 14-18 who enjoy character-driven stories with plenty of charm and historical context.