A Safety Match

"A Safety Match" by Ian Hay is a story about the Vereker family and their lives in a rectory. The book focuses on the six children, along with their father, the Reverend Brian Vereker, under the care of their responsible older sister, Daphne. The story starts off on a Saturday night where the children are playing games, showing their unique personalities and playful antics. The youngest daughter, Nicky, is cunning, while Stiffy, her older brother, is a bit naive; Daphne is responsible for managing the family. The family finds joy and humor in their daily life, even though the Rector faces financial struggles, which hints that the family will have to be unified and resourceful.