The Webster Family Trilogy
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From the bestselling author of The Open Door comes a moving and uplifting story about a generation of young people living through World War II
September, 1939.
In the sleepy village of Roehampton, Annie Webster has finally found comfort for herself and her close-knit family, far from the poverty and hardships of their childhood in Bermondsey.
Then, an announcement shatters their newfound peace. England is at war . . .
As her brothers enlist for duty, Annie sacrifices her glamorous job in London for the urgent work of the WAAF, where women of all backgrounds pull together tirelessly for the war effort.
Brave, resourceful and determined to do her bit for her country, Annie's intelligence and warmth singles her out for a daring new role . . .
But as Annie quickly catches the eye of a dashing officer, will she ever find peace in her heart?
And will Annie and her loved ones survive Britain's darkest hour?
'A heartwarming and uplifting tale' Daily Express
PREVIOUSLY PUBLISHED AS WINGS OF THE MORNING
A HEARTWARMING AND UPLIFTING TALE FOR FANS OF CATHERINE COOKSON AND LESLEY PEARSE
On the dark, rough streets of London in 1913, can one girl find the courage to open the door to her destiny?
Little Rose Webster's life has never been easy. Born in the slums of Bermondsey she has longed to escape her poor upbringing and violent step-father.
But it's hard to escape these deprived streets . . .
Thankfully she has a quick mind and her insatiable thirst for knowledge means she excels at school - so perhaps she has a chance at a brighter future.
But Rose's dreams are shattered when she is forced to leave school and find work, leaving her with nothing to cling to but hope.
And as a dark figure from her past threatens further turmoil, this winter's child fears she will never see the spring . . .
PREVIOUSLY PUBLISHED AS THE OPEN DOOR
Praise for Beryl Matthews:
'A heartwarming and uplifting tale' Daily Express
'Catherine Cookson fans will love this' Woman's Own
The moving and heartwarming story of one woman trying to make it on her own, from the bestselling author of The Open Door
Kate Freeman, the daughter of the inimitable Rose Webster, is like her mother in more ways than one. But Kate has dreams of her own, dreams that could bring great joy - or terrible sorrow.
In 1960, she moves to London to become a photographer. She has her mother's strength to guide her, but is that enough?
With a long journey ahead of her and a lot of growing up to do, Kate will be put to the test. For her, her family and friends, the era that was dubbed "a time of peace" proves to be anything but.
Tragedy, upheaval, and the tears and laughter of family life await . . .
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Praise for Beryl Matthews:
'A heartwarming and uplifting tale' Daily Express
'Catherine Cookson fans will love this' Woman's Own
'A winner . . . Beryl Matthews grabs and holds the attention of the reader from the very first page' Billy Hopkins, author of Our Kid