Beryl Matthews is the beloved and bestselling author of The Winter Child (previously The Open Door), The Orphan of Farthing Street (previously One Step at a Time), Her Mother's Daughter (previously A Time of Peace) and The Spitfire Sweetheart (previously Wings of the Morning). She grew up in a family of avid readers and writes from experience. Amongst other jobs, she has worked at an aircraft factory and as a credit controller. Beryl published her first book at the age of 71 after joining a writers' group and has since written over twenty novels. Her hobbies include travelling, swimming and golf, but writing is her first and foremost joy.
'A heartwarming and uplifting tale, much like the author's own experience' * 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 *