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Ups and Downs

The Adams Family, Book 26

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Ups and Downs

By: Mary Jane Staples
Narrated by: Annie Aldington
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As the 1950s progress, several unexpected happenings ruffle the usually calm atmosphere of Adams family life. Sammy and Boots are troubled by the first stirrings of industrial unrest, as the unions start to flex their muscles and old loyalties change, while an attractive new employee causes Sammy some troubles of a different kind.

The older generation are more than a little surprised at what they see around them as society moves on and the lives of the youngsters are being taken over by rock 'n' roll. Young Emily, still only 13 but old beyond her years, catches the eye of a teddy boy, while Linda is pursued by a smooth-talking young man. But good sense and good luck prevail, and the Adams family find the strength to cope with these challenging times.

©2005 Mary Jane Staples (P)2021 Audible, Ltd Fiction Genre Fiction

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Yet another great book from Mary Jane staples.
Great narration again from Annie Aldington. Great story again from the series of the Adams family. What more can I say?👍

Great book!

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Sad, emotional, along with absolute laugh out loud moments, never fail to be totally entertaining. Thank you.

Such a sad bit in this book.

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Love the books by Mary Jane staples The Adams family, there is a bit of all sorts they make me laugh they bring g a tear to my eye always a good story about a war time family.

Always enjoy these books

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I’m not finding the books about the younger generation as good as the earlier books. I prefer the older characters. Maybe the series as run it’s course. I’ve purchased the next one so I’ll plod on. Excellent narration as always

Not as absorbing as previous books

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I’m not finding These last few books as Enjoyable as the earlier stories. The writer is brilliant at character description.

I’m still interested in following the Adam’s family,

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