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Carol Vorderman
Carol Vorderman grew up knowing very little about her absent father, but she believes she might find traits in his family that she recognises in herself.
Carol vorderman autobiography samples
This really is a voyage into the unknown, where Carol hopes to unlock a hidden heritage - and understand more about her genetic inheritance.
Beginning on familiar ground, Carol investigates her maternal great grandfather, Daniel Davies, a butcher from North Wales, who once bought four houses from a bankrupt builder and gave them to his children.
It was this kindness that ensured Carol inherited such a happy childhood home. Daniel also appears in a photograph outside an unknown building - along with someone who looks very like Queen Victoria.
A visit to Daniel's hometown of Prestatyn brings his character to life.
Carol tracks down Daniel's shop, and meets an elderly resident who remembers its vibrant owner, and learns what a prosperous trade a local butcher would have done in this lively, expanding town. She even