"'Absolutely breathtaking. What a fantastic read.' Martina Cole 'A gut-wrenching memoir that still has you gasping with laughter. A hell of a book. Give it to your prosperous friends who wonder what it's all about.' Frank McCourt 'A marvellous book! I couldn't put it down. Roberta Taylor brings that era and that part of London zinging to life with such an authentic voice. It's so rare to find the East Enders given their real voice.' Helen Mirren"

Roberta Taylor is one of Britain's most respected actresses. A member of the Glasgow Citizens' Company, she has worked in theatre for many years. In 1997 she became a household name when she played Irene Raymond in the BBC soap Eastenders. She now stars as Gina Gold in ITV's The Bill. She lives in London.