Hold on to Your Dreams by Beryl Matthews

Hold on to Your Dreams by Beryl Matthews

A tale of love and family troubles set in London, 1899 - Gertrude Melrose is attractive, intelligent and has a loving family; her only concern is her brother Edward, who seems intent on gambling away his inheritance. Gertie hopes that he can be made to mend his ways. But when Edward's debts lose them both home and business, their parents disown him. Gertie must find the strength of character to fight for her family - and to hold on to her dreams.

Beryl Matthews is a British actress who was born in London and now lives in Hampshire. She was raised in a household of voracious readers, and books have always played an significant role in her life. Her dream as a child was to be a professional singer, but a lack of cash forced her to work at an office, where she rose through the ranks from tea girl to credit controller. Writing, reading, swimming, and golf are some of her favorite pastimes.