Coronation Street airs the fallout of the mysterious Kabin break-in tonight, as Brian Packham discovers that his rare book is missing. Having recently ticked off volatile Hope Dobbs, he quickly points the finger at the teen. But is Hope really responsible for the theft?
Last week’s episodes saw Hope bonding with Brian and Rita Tanner, while doing some volunteer work at The Kabin. Hope even defended the shopkeepers when Jodie Ramsey revealed their harsh treatment of Lily Platt.
However, Jodie’s sly insinuation that the pair were talking about Hope behind her back actually turned out to be true, causing the furious teenager to lash out.
A mysterious figure later broke into the shop after dark, but only stole Brian’s beloved book – which he had earlier antagonised Hope with.
In tonight’s episode, Brian frantically searches The Kabin for his prized possession, revealing that it “[did] not come cheap”. Gemma Winter-Brown suggests that it fell into a delivery bag, claiming someone wouldn’t steal “a mouldy, old book”.
When Mary Taylor describes the theft as “spiteful”, Brian suddenly realises who could have taken it and pays a visit to the Dobbs house.
“I just wondered if you’d accidentally taken my book?” he asks Hope. “Or inadvertently borrowed it?”
Hope bluntly denies the theft, with Ruby promptly backing up her sister. Meanwhile, Fiz is unimpressed by Brian’s accusation, pointing out that any of his customers could’ve swiped it from The Kabin.
“I’m just relieved that you’ve realised it wasn’t my Hope,” she concludes, sending an unconvinced Brian packing.
After he leaves, Ruby levels with Hope, asking if she’s going to sell the book online, but Hope maintains that she hasn’t got it.
The teenager is known for causing trouble on the street, but is she telling the truth this time? And if so, who is setting her up to take the fall for their crime?
