About the Author:
Billy Hopkins, who is better known to his family and friends as Wilfred Hopkins, was born in Collyhurst in 1928. A teacher for many years, Billy now lives in retirement with his wife in Southport.
Review:
'Author Billy Hopkins, who wrote the bestselling OUR KID and HIGH HOPES, finishes his autobiographical trilogy with this book based on the life of his mother, Kate, infusing the pages with his trademark warmth, laughter and triumph over adversity' Cheshire Life -- Cheshire Life 20020601 'Every bit as heartwarming as OUR KID and HIGH HOPES' Warrington Guardian -- Warrington Guardian 20021226 Having read all three of your wonderfully descriptive books (twice) about Manchester life, I felt that I must write and say congratulations. These have been added to my ever increasing library of treasured Manchester local history books. -- Geoff Knight, Manchester. 20021226 I have just finished reading KATE'S STORY and there is no doubt in my mind it is the best book I have ever read. -- Simon Abram, Runcorn, Cheshire. 20021226 I have just finished reading KATE'S STORY. Although I read your previous books with absolute delight, I must convey to you how much your book moved me. I was transported back to my childhood and to the stories told by my mother, grandmother and aunt. -- Angela Chambers, Eastleigh, Hampshire 20021226
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