This book is dedicated to my dear friend Dr Joy Higginson, who has been a constant source of encouragement – although as a past headmistress of Victoria College, Belfast, she really should know better – and to my special friends, Alfie (eight), Cadan (five), Chris (thirteen) and Louis (seven).
Illustrated by the author
Cover illustration by Su Eaton
WARNING: This book is
not suitable for adults.
First published 2021
The History Press
The Mill, Brimscombe Port
Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL5 2QG
© Doreen McBride, 2021
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