Jammy Dodgers Go Underground

Jammy Dodgers Go Underground by Bowering Sivers is an unabridged edition published by Macmillan Children’s in 2005, featuring 359 pages in English. This historical fiction follows the adventures of the Perkinski brothers—Jem, Ned, and Billy—as they navigate the challenges of life on the streets and in a workhouse in Victorian London. When a policeman discovers them sleeping rough, their situation takes a dire turn, leading them back to the slums, where they find their home destroyed and their family gone.

Readers will find a tale of resilience and cleverness as the brothers confront the harsh realities of their environment, particularly under the oppressive rule of Mr. George Blood. The story explores themes of survival and ingenuity as the boys devise a plan to escape their grim circumstances. Set against the backdrop of Victorian London, this edition invites readers to delve into the dangerous labyrinths that define the brothers’ journey, highlighting their unyielding spirit in the face of adversity.