In the Summertime––––––––
Cliff Road
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Marilyn held hard on to Bobby as the car skidded on to Cliff Road. Harry was driving very fast and air tore from one open window to the other, making both of the women shiver. Harry laughed and manoeuvred the car up on to the pavement with a bump. ‘Gettout and I’ll park up,’ he said, slurring the words.
Marilyn took a final drag from her cigarette, then opened the door and stumbled out of the car. She stubbed her fag out under the sole of one of her stilettos, lifting the heel and feeling elegant. She turned to Bobby, who was holding out a hand. She grinned. She couldn’t believe that she’d only known him a week or so.
Bobby took hold of her and spun her around, underneath his arm, like they were dancing at the Palais. Then he swept her int
