Superb, intense, heartwarming, heartbreaking episodes tonight. I haven't got enough superlatives for the acting and writing. It was in a soap league if it's own, up there with the best dramas. I love the Carters!!
The only thing that sticks in my craw is Mick and Linda forgiving Shirley for siding with Dean. We as viewers can see why she's doing it, but I don't think Mick and Linda could forgive no matter what sob story Shirley tells. Yes, if she realises Dean's guilty and begs their forgiveness, but not while she's adamant that Linda's lying to save face!