
It’s the year of Thatcher’s third election victory, Dynasty and shoulder pads, Neighbours and a Transformer for Christmas. And at Ragley-on-the-Forest School, a year of surprises is in store. Ruby the Caretaker find happiness at last, Vera the Secretary makes an important decision, a new teacher is appointed and a disaster threatens the school.
Meanwhile Jack receives unexpected news, and is faced with the biggest decision of his career . . .
Readers love Jack Sheffield:
''Wry observation and heartwarming humour in equal measure'' Alan Titchmarsh
''Overflowing with amusing anecdotes'' Daily Express
''Amusing adventures at the North Yorkshire village school'' Choice
''Jack Sheffield''s in a class of his own'' York Press
