A Mersey mile - Ruth Hamilton

The residents of Scotland Road fear for their futures when government plans threaten to demolish their street and tear apart their community. Polly's Parlour cafe is the centre for resistance, where strategies are formed to fight back. But when local priest Father Brennan attacks little Billy Blunt, minds are instead turned to vengeance. Frank Charleson, the local hero after saving Billy's life, is increasingly fond of Polly Kennedy. But with his mother's harsh behaviour towards his previous wife, can he put Polly through the same? Can Frank provide the support she needs? And is Polly strong enough to keep their community together?