When the Music Stopped

An evocative new romance saga novel, set in London pre-WWI. 'For those who enjoy a heartwarming, brimming-with-happiness story, this rags-to-riches tale is perfect... Charming, captivating, fulfilling, and lively' "Booklist"

About the author

Beryl Matthews was born in London but now lives in a small village in Hampshire. As a young girl her ambition was to become a professional singer, but the need to earn a wage drove her into an office. After retiring she joined a Writers' Circle in hopes of fulfilling her dream of becoming a published author. She has since written over twenty novels.

Summary

London, 1910. Twins Lester and Lillia Holdsworth are destined for the stage, but their cruel father has other ideas for their future. Yet their plans to defy their father's wishes are put on hold when war breaks out in 1914. They wait in hope, like the rest of Europe, for the war to end and the music to start again.

Product details

• Authors: Beryl Matthews, Beryl (Author) Matthews
• Publisher: Allison and Busby
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.10.2017
• EAN: 9780749021788
• ISBN: 978-0-7490-2178-8
• No. of pages: 320
• Subject: Fiction > Narrative literature