THREAT TO THE BARKERS

by Joan Phipson ‧ RELEASE DATE: Feb. 1, 1965

In this author's previous books, which like this one have a New South Wales setting, she has conveyed a sense of the grandeur of the scenery and a feeling for the attitudes of the still pioneering settlers in the territory. The major emphasis in this sequel to The Family Conspiracy (1964; p. 54, J-24) is in following up the activities of the ample Barker family. Those readers, who previously liked the six children and their parents will be pleased that they all continue to maintain their individual personalities as they help the eldest, 21 year old Jack, with his new sheep stud. The descriptions of sheep farming are enlivened by rumors of thieves, and there are some genuinely tense moments when 14 year old Edward discovers and is threatened by the band of juvenile sheep-nappers. The story is unnecessarily drawn out by the author's tendency toward elaborate descriptions of casual occurrences. It is still enjoyable for its warm picture of the closely bound family and for its moments of suspense.

Pub Date: Feb. 1, 1965

ISBN: N/A

Page Count: -

Publisher: Harcourt, Brace & World

Review Posted Online: N/A

Kirkus Reviews Issue: Feb. 1, 1965

Categories: FICTION