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NOTE: This book is in the Irish language only; no English translation accompanies the Irish language text. The adventures of three teenagers living in the Dublin suburbs - Ruan, Emma and Colm. All neighbours of the same age but with different personalities, backgrounds, and social class, preparing for the Leaving Cert. An accident turns everything on its head. They get to know one another better and after all the hurlamaboc ('upheaval') have grown and developed.Every teenager will recognise Ran, Emma and Colm. They will enjoy their company as they grow through their adventures. The book offers an insight into the social prejudices and bigotry in Ireland today. This is a readable, inspiring and humorous Irish-language novel which will be enjoyed by all, young and old alike.