'[Gervase Phinn is] a worthy successor to James Herriott, and every
bit as endearing.' - bestselling author Alan Titchmarsh
Newly qualified teacher Tom Dwyer has been given his first post in
Risingdale, a sleepy little village at the very top of the Yorkshire
Dales. Unsure if he'll ever fit into this close-knit community, Tom
joins a motley staff at the village school. With pupils who know more
about sheep than they do arithmetic, Tom has his work cut out for him.
Add to that an altercation with the beautiful but stand-offish Miss
Janette Fairborn and an argument with the local squire's son, and Tom's
first term proves a baptism of fire. But Tom soon finds himself growing
fond of Risingdale, and with a class of lively and demanding pupils, an
end-of-term show to put on, and a jewellery thief at large, he will find
himself at the centre of drama, secrets revealed, and plenty of love,
laughter and new friendships.
Full of colourful characters, and laugh-out-loud moments, The School
at the Top of the Dale is a warm and humorous portrayal of life in a
small Yorkshire village.
Readers are loving TROUBLE AT THE LITTLE VILLAGE SCHOOL:
'Well written and highly entertaining - exactly what I hope for from
this author. ' - 5 STARS
'Another good read.' - 5 STARS
'A well written story about a small community full of interesting
characters.' - 5 STARS
'Another gem.' - 5 STARS
'Again, a most enjoyable story. I cannot put the book down.' - 5
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