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Landslide by Melissa Leet (view source)
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|reviewer=Sue Magee
|genre=General Fiction
|summary=A heart-warming and ultimately uplifting novel about forgiveness and redemption. That sounds very worthy but don't be fooled - it's a good read too. Melissa Leet popped into Bookbag Towers to [[The Interview: Bookbag Talks To Melissa Leet|chat to us]].
|rating=4
|buy=Yes
|aznus=1943826331
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The area where Jill and Susie lived wasn't highly populated so it was fortunate that they became such good friends, despite the fact that Susie was a year older than Jill. Susie lived with her mother, an alcoholic, and Jill lived with ''her'' mother, who dedicated herself to her garden. Jill's father was Jay Tutle, the photographer, but he spent much of his time working away - often for months on end. In reality there was little difference between the two families: Mrs Smith's alcoholism caused serious illness whilst Susie was still young. Joy and tragedy would visit Jill's home. ''Landslide'' is the story of how what happened determined the course of Jill's life and how great tragedy can breed resilience and hope.
If this book appeals then you might also enjoy [[The Curious Heart of Ailsa Rae by Stephanie Butland]].
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