Dad, sent back to Germany after the War, is longed for and missed desperately. The separation is hard, but the family is optimistic about the future.
They hide their German background, convert their
name to Miller, and speak of their life to no-one to avoid the prejudice they are sure
will surface.
Bert, who loves Jazz music and dance, is too young to be admitted to the continuing Jazz parties his sister enjoys.
He is forced to endure new boy discrimination from fellow classmates.
But his
resourceful mind comes up with an ideal plan.
Secrets, no matter how tightly they are held, often pop out spontaneously.
Although the grocery business is going well, their
background is discovered, and a shift occurs in their lives.
Can the family cope with the animosity that follows?
With knowledge being power, will sharing their life change people’s
perception of them?
An interesting and well written dip into Australian
history, 11 Ruby Road 1925 shines on the resilience, ability to adapt,
and courage and perseverance that people draw on when needed.
This is the second book in the excellent Ruby Road series.
Title: 11 Ruby Road 1925
Author: Charlotte Barkla
Publisher: Walker Books, $16.99
Publication Date: 4 September 2024
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781760657956
For ages: 7+
Type: Junior Fiction