Inspired by bestselling author, Catherine Cookson's own experience of holidaying on the Norfolk Broads with her husband.
When Fred Carpenter suggests to his wife, Sally, that they should take a boating holiday on the Norfolk Broads, she is filled with trepidation. Nevertheless she summons her courage and they and their bull-terrier Bill set off, with Fred at the helm of Dogfish Three.
Sally's misgivings are soon justified, as a series of disasters human, nautical and canine threaten to ruin their holiday. Then everything changes as they make friends with the boating fraternity and encounter the remarkable 15-year-old Rosie, whose family history stirs their curiosity and sympathy.
As a result, Fred and Sally decide to support Rosie's efforts to better herself and are rewarded when she finds love and happiness.
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