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Book SynopsisThe true-story of one woman''s inspiring journey from post-war poverty, to becoming a modern-day ''Mrs Christmas'', all with a little help from her friends . . .
Sheffield, Christmas, 1953.
Gloria Stewart and her family were used to cold and hungry Decembers - a family of seven living in a two-bedroomed house, without central heating - but Gloria''s mother, Lil, scrimped-and-saved every winter to ensure the fire was lit, paper decorations were made, and they all had a plateful of delicious food. Lil even made sure there was enough dinner for an unexpected friend or visitor; and each year there always seemed to be someone in need.
Being raised in a busy, rag-and-bone household held many hardships for Gloria; she grew up living in hand-me-down rags, with few friends to call her own. Then one day, a knock on the door brought a scruffy pup into her life - and Gloria discovered the loyal and unwavering friendship of a four-legged companion. But how could
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This memoir tells how she learned the value of kindness during her tough childhood * Best books for December, Best Magazine *
The story of young Gloria, whose lonely childhood is changed when a knock on the door brings a scruffy, loveable puppy into her life. Sure to pull on your heartstrings * Big Issue North *
