The residents of Mulberry Lane are all interested in who will buy number 15 when it comes up for sale. Old Mrs Harper, who had lived there for most of her life, had moved into a nursing home after breaking her leg. The estate agents market the property as having 'scope for modernisation' and 'offers potential for those wishing to refurbish' as the house is in a very poor state of repair.
Brian Carson sees the house and decides it will be just right for him to move into, along with four men who have just been released from prison. The men have all agreed to join a rehabilitation scheme, and alongside applying for jobs in the local area they will assist Brian in making improvements to the house.
There is a mixed reaction from the residents of Mulberry Lane when they find out who will be moving in to number 15. Some are horrified and are convinced they will no longer be safe. Others, and particularly Esther who spends most of the day watching the street from her window, welcome the news and look forward to meeting the men when they arrive.
Many years ago I read 'Spring Music'. I have 'Cara's Land' on my bookshelf waiting for me to read.
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