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Based on real events, Rivet Boy is set in 1889 when Scotland built a true wonder - it's Fourth Rail Bridge. The bridge was voted Scotland's greatest man-made wonder in 2016 and is considered a true symbol of Scottish ingenuity and workmanship. The book follows a boy named John, who is twelve when he gets a job as a riveter on the bridge. He knows it's not a safe job, four children have already fallen to their deaths working on it. By the end of its construction, 73 people died making the Fourth Rail Bridge. John, however, has no choice but to work because his father is no longer around and he must create an income for his family if they are going to survive. There's just one issue, John is deathly afraid of heights, not a good start to someone who has to work on a bridge of this size. On his journey John finds solace in a squirrel friend, a new library that's been built and Cora, someone he can relay his fears and worries to. However, nothing is smooth sailing when he's sent to work with a group that is tough, mean and with a bully for a boss. It's a very hard life, and John must learnt to navigate it without getting himself hurt or even worse. Loved this story, a thrilling read on a topic I knew nothing about, I very much recommend it!
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