Beryl Matthews

Beryl Matthews is a British author of historical fiction and family sagas set in wartime and post-war Britain. Her novels celebrate the resilience, courage, and spirit of ordinary people — particularly women — navigating extraordinary times with determination and heart. An Onerous Duty is one of her compelling historical novels, set against the backdrop of a Britain shaped by war and social change. Matthews writes with warmth, authenticity, and a deep respect for the generation that lived through the tumultuous events of the twentieth century. Her characters are strong, resourceful, and deeply human. She has written numerous bestselling novels, including A New Day, The Open Door, and Battles Lost and Won, all of which have been praised for their vivid period detail and their emotional resonance. An Onerous Duty is available as an audiobook alongside print and digital editions, giving listeners a heartfelt and engaging way to enjoy Matthews's popular historical fiction.