The Orphan of Farthing Street

Beryl Matthews

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English

Penguin Books Ltd
30 November 2021

Modern & contemporary fiction (post c 1945); Sagas

Left penniless and alone, orphaned Amy Carter finds family, love and happiness in this heartwarming historical romance set during WWII

London, 1934

Growing up in poverty on Farthing Street, fourteen-year-old Amy Carter is no stranger to hardship. But when her father is hanged for murder and her mother dies suddenly soon after, orphaned Amy is in danger of being left homeless and unloved.

Until one day, Amy's luck changes and she is taken in by Ben, an artist dazzled by her striking beauty, and his kindly landlady, Mrs Dalton. Welcomed into the hearts of the residents of Mrs Dalton's home, Amy flourishes under their care and devotion. So when she catches the eye of a handsome doctor, John Sterling, she almost believes she has left her past - and its troubles - behind her.

Yet a gathering storm is threatening England. The prospect of war can shatter even the most charmed life. And for Amy, the bombs are still to fall . . .

By: Beryl Matthews
Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 198mm, Width: 129mm, Spine: 33mm
Weight: 385g
ISBN: 9781405940627
ISBN 10: 140594062X
Pages: 560
Publication Date: 30 November 2021
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Beryl Matthews published her first book at the age of 71 after joining a writers' group and has since written over twenty novels. Amongst other jobs she has worked at an aircraft factory, while her hobbies include travelling, swimming and golf, but writing is her number one priority.