At Seventeen
At Seventeen by Gerri Hill, published by Bella Books in 2013, is a contemporary fiction novel that explores the complexities of love and friendship. The story follows Madison Lansford and Shannon Fletcher, who became friends at the age of ten despite their differing social backgrounds. As they navigate the challenges of growing up, their bond evolves, ultimately leading to a romantic relationship that is complicated by societal expectations and personal choices.
Readers will find a narrative that delves into the themes of LGBTQ+ identity and romance as Madison and Shannon’s lives intertwine once more when Shannon returns to their hometown to care for her mother. The book examines their attempts to reconnect and the memories that resurface, highlighting the tension between their past and present. With 288 pages, this edition presents a poignant exploration of love’s endurance and the impact of time on relationships.
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Madison Lansford and Shannon Fletcher met when they were ten years old. Madison–daughter of wealthy parents and Shannon, daughter of their live-in maid and cook–became fast friends, yet both knew their place in life. There was never a doubt that they would become lovers…there was also never a doubt that Madison would marry and maintain her social standing in the community. Little by little, they grew apart, their love affair ending with Madison’s marriage and pregnancy. Now, years later, Shannon returns to her old hometown to care for her ailing mother. Can they rebuild their friendship? Or will their new-found closeness bring back memories of their long-lost love? Travel through the years with Shannon and Madison and watch their love unfold as they move from teens to young women and into adulthood.
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