Trouble at the Little Village School: Gervase Phinn

The second book in the delightful Barton-in-the-Dale series which began with The Little Village School.

Elisabeth Devine certainly rocked the boat when she arrived in Barton-in-the-Dale to take over as head teacher of the little primary school. Now it`s a new term, and after winning over the wary locals, she can finally settle in to her role. Or so she thinks . . .

For the school is hit by a brand-new bombshell: it`s to be merged with its arch rival, and Elisabeth has to fight for the headship with Urebank`s ruthless and calculating headmaster. She has her work cut out for her.

But add in some gossip and a helping of scandal, not to mention various newcomers bringing good things and bad to Barton, and that`s not the only trouble that`s brewing in the village.