It tells the story of Harry, born into a poor family in Bristol in 1920. Harry’s father died when he was very young, the only male in his family to whom he forms any attachment is his uncle Stan who works as a stevedore. Wanting to follow in his uncle’s footsteps Harry bunks off school once the register has been taken and hangs around the docks just observing what the men do, returning to school in time for his mum to collect him! Harry befriends Jack Tar who has an interesting past, he senses that Harry is a bright boy, he also knows the headmaster, and so between the two of them they persuade Harry to attend school where he excels and wins a scholarship to an exclusive boys’ school, offering life changing opportunities.
I thoroughly enjoyed this. I like the way the book’s format is set up into sections, each one introducing us to family and friends of Harry. Each character is very well developed. Archer writes a good story with no unnecessary long winded descriptions, just good characters and plots.
I thoroughly enjoyed this. I like the way the book’s format is set up into sections, each one introducing us to family and friends of Harry. Each character is very well developed. Archer writes a good story with no unnecessary long winded descriptions, just good characters and plots.
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Polly x
His books are consistently best sellers, aren't they! Glad you enjoyed this one.
ReplyDeleteI've read two more since reading this one!
DeleteSounds like a good book. And I love books that are series - so much more to enjoy.
ReplyDeleteThey make a compelling story.
DeleteI read a few of his early books but I can't bear to read anything by him now.
ReplyDeleteI've only read this and the following two. I don't know about any of his others.
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