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Comprehensive Years
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781805882886
Publisher: Michael Terence Publishing
Published: Aug 18 2026
Pages: 402
Weight: 1.35
Height: 1.06 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Jilly Blume grows from a sensitive, uncertain child into a teenager navigating the challenges of comprehensive school.
Alongside loyal friend Tilly, she faces bullying, academic pressures, changing relationships and the confusing emotions of adolescence. Her deep attachment to older pupil Maria leaves a lasting impression, and their later correspondence restores a friendship Jilly feared she had lost.
Elsewhere, Rick is struggling with his own turbulent school years. Lonely, insecure and fearful of failing his examinations, he becomes infatuated with popular prefect Jerry. As he wrestles with rejection, bullying, family difficulties and an uncertain future, moments of kindness and connection offer hope.
A thoughtful coming-of-age story about friendship, first love, insecurity and the unforgettable experiences that shape our school years.
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