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Janice at 18 is ambitious and sets her sights on a top degree in languages, until she is swept off her feet by a clever young architect. When she finds she is pregnant Janice's world comes crashing down - for this is pre women's lib in New Zealand. She has no choice but to enter Sunnyvale, a home for unmarried mothers. After the baby is born the maternal tug is powerful and she longs to keep him. What should she do? Her decision is far-reaching and affects not only her child but those she is closest to. This story will resonate with many women who have had to face a similar decision. Elaine Blick was born in Salisbury, England and moved to New Zealand when she was five years old and has spent her life living between the two countries. She was a teacher and holds an MA degree from Auckland University. She has written three novels: Where the Bellbird Sings, No White Flowers, Please and When This War is Over.