The first in the Fairacre novels series. A gentle story following a school year from the Christmas term through to Summer. Along the way we meet the meet the villagers and see their ups and downs as they cope with day to day village life. These are a comment on a gentler way of life, touching and heart-warming with wonderful observations and dry humour. If you like the Vicar of Dibley or Darling Buds of May definitely have a read of these.