At a Glance

Unbeknown to nine year old Frankie, the reason that he and his mother, Lizzie, are constantly on the move is that they've run away from his father. Writing him letters from his father each week, Lizzie convinces Frankie that his father works aboard the HMS Accra. Her plan may very well be shattered, however, when there is news that the ship is due to dock in their hometown...