{"title":"Susan Johnson","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the Susan Johnson collection, where literary grace meets profound storytelling. Susan Johnson is celebrated for her ability to weave evocative narratives that delve into the intricacies of human emotion and adventure. Her books span across captivating genres, including travel, adventure, and general fiction, offering readers a unique blend of experience and introspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eImmerse yourself in stories that transport you to other worlds and perspectives, such as \u003cem\u003eAphrodite's Breath\u003c\/em\u003e, where the allure of distant lands is brought to life with vivid detail and emotional depth. This narrative takes you on a journey through exotic locales, rich in culture and spirit, perfect for those eager for travel and exploration without leaving their seat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eFrom Where I Fell\u003c\/em\u003e, Johnson explores the human condition with her signature style, touching hearts through relatable characters and thought-provoking themes. This work invites readers into a deeply personal dialogue, offering insights into the trials and triumphs of life’s unpredictable journeys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you crave adventure or a reflective tale, Susan Johnson's books are designed to feed your literary appetite while igniting your wanderlust and sparking contemplation. 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Her best yet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e—Geraldine Brooks\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e...a masterstroke of emotional intuition and intelligence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e—The Australian\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn anguished email from Pamela Robinson in Australia to her ex-husband in Paris accidentally ends up in the inbox of New York State teacher Chrisanthi Woods. Chrisanthi is sympathetic to Pamela's struggles, and the women begin to tell each other the stories and secrets of their lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePamela, responsible for raising her three sons, must re-invent the meaning of home following her divorce, and Chrisanthi, her dreams long dampened, must find home by leaving it. 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Meet eighty-five-year-old Barbara and her sixty-two-year-old writer-daughter Susan, who asked her mother—on a whim—if she wanted to accompany her to live on the Greek island of Kythera. 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