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The Making of Us

A gripping family drama from the bestselling author

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The Making of Us

By: Lisa Jewell
Narrated by: Laura Aikman
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Lydia, Robyn and Dean don't know each other - yet.

They live very different lives but each of them, independently, has always felt that something is missing.

What they don't know is that a letter is about to arrive that will turn their lives upside down.

It is a letter containing a secret - one that will bind them together, and show them what love and family and friendship really mean...

© Lisa Jewell 2011 (P) Penguin Audio 2021

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Critic reviews

Compelling, humane, heartbreaking...I couldn't put it down
A spirited novel of identity, love and loss.
An emotional and clever read, so good that I practically inhaled it
Beautifully observed
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This book started off with lots of potential and I hoped the twists and turns would take me on a magical journey. Unfortunately, the book was a little far fetched for me and some subjects touched a nerve. So sadly not one I would recommend.

Too far fetched for me.

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Really liked the pace and progress of the book after getting to grips with the varied characters introduced at the beginning.

Enjoyable

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loved it, another fantastic story with lots of twists. my favourite author by far 😍

another amazing story

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Lisa Jewell builds some very realistic characters then entwines them with a very realistic storyline. Was a great listen.

Excellent!

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Loved this book. Loved how all the characters intertwined to come together at the end. Kept me entertained the whole way with some happy and tears at points. Would love a sequel.

Well worth a listen!

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