Beryl Matthews Knihy

Po celý svůj krátký život má jedenáctiletá Rose Websterová zavřené dveře do přívětivějšího světa. Vyrůstá v chudinské čtvrti v Londýně se sourozenci, jejichž násilí se snaží vyhýbat, a s věčně opilým otcem. Pěstuje si neuhasitelnou žízeň po vědění a přesvědčení, že ona a všichni, které miluje, si zaslouží lepší život. Všechno, co Rose má, je bystrá mysl a vůle přežít. Dokáže si otevřít dveře a uchopit příležitost být „někým“? Příběh plný lásky, tepla a humoru o dívce se spoustou kuráže a vášně a jejím boji za lepší život.

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

Thrown out of her home by her father, fourteen-year-old Victoria Keats is offered no-strings-attached help from two strangers, and as her life improves, she cannot shake the mystery of who these men were and why they helped her.

'A heart-warming and uplifting tale' Sunday Express

A woman's journey of self-discovery and resilience unfolds as she navigates life's challenges alone. Faced with obstacles, she learns to embrace her independence and confront her past while forging new connections. The narrative explores themes of empowerment, personal growth, and the strength found in vulnerability, offering a poignant glimpse into her struggles and triumphs. This heartfelt tale captures the essence of perseverance and the transformative power of love and friendship.

Ruth Aspinall loves flying an joins the Air Transport Auxiliary when war breaks. She meets and falls in love with American pilot Jack Nelson, who with war all around won't commit to a relationship. Jack has a Spitfire to deliver to France, but his plane never arrives. Ruth is heartbroken but can't believe she will never see Jack again.

An accomplished novelist, writing in the genre that Catherine Cookson made her own, but with novels set in London.

London 1920. Dora's father had been killed in the War and their mother, Harriet, works at night at a factory. One morning, when their mother doesn't arrive home as usual, Dora enquires at her work. When she learns that the factory doesn't have a night shift, Dora realizes there are secrets in her family and must discover the truth.

An accomplished novelist, writing in the genre that Catherine Cookson made her own, but with novels set in London.

This book is a homage to the valiant ones who reach their limit and then keep on stretching; to embrace their challenges, forgive their fears, own their imperfections, and show up, in spite of it all... A tour through the treacherous terrain of Beryl the Feral's mind; where self-esteem battles the sirens of shame and sabotage daily.