A Mansion by the Mersey

by Anne Baker

for me.’ Samuel Mathews stopped and adjusted the weight of the planks. His shirtsleeves were rolled up to show strong bulging muscles. ‘Hello, love. Your mum’ll be pleased to see you. Have you got a day off tomorrow?’ ‘No, I was coming to tell you my news. Pa, would you believe it?’ Lorna was bubbling with elation. ‘Mrs Cartwright’s got a buyer for her shipping