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Eastenders viewers are always quite vocal on Twitter and tonight's episode has garnered quite the reaction. Denise Fox told Patrick Trueman how she was planning to put her baby up for adoption and that all the plans were in motion. She explained that she hopes to further her career and rather than have a baby, she wants to give another family the chance to have the child they've been yearning for. Denise, played by Diane Parish, said:

“Love isn’t enough, you have to want to be a mum. It’s hard enough when you’re taking it on for all the wrong reasons".

Her words received quite the reaction and although most supported her decision, some people didn't agree. A lot of people tweeted about well the part was played:

Some brilliant scenes with Denise in this episode #EastEnders

— Shawn Lunn ❄ (@shawnlunn2002) December 8, 2016

have to say ... I agree with Denise ... brave move #eastenders #adoption

— James G (@gapmanjas) December 8, 2016

Really feel for Denise on eastenders pic.twitter.com/pIFWHl2S2r

— Kaden Randall (@kaden_randall) December 8, 2016

Powerful themes in #eastenders this evening with Denise and her baby. Beautifully crafted, excellent acting. Thanks. @BBCOne

— Richard Atkins (@atkinsradio) December 8, 2016

Denise is doing the right thing. Children with a mother who doesn't really want them often have a poor childhood. #Eastenders @bbceastenders

— Jordanna Goswell (@JordannaG_1) December 8, 2016

Wow Denise went deep, that was heartbreaking but her words probably ring true for a lot of women #eastenders

— Queen Nat-ifah (@fatalienatalie) December 8, 2016

aw that was quite touching with denise and patrick #EastEnders

— eleasha? (@_thequeenvic) December 8, 2016

The actor playing Denise did a great job with that #EastEnders

— Guy Lambert (@GRALambo) December 8, 2016

Amazing performance from Diane Parish aka Denise in tonight's #eastenders. Really hope Denise achieves her change of direction.

— Mark W. (@miw3663) December 8, 2016

Not everyone was impressed though:

I really don't think a single #GCSE is going to have the life-changing effect Denise thinks it will. #eastenders

— Joanna Lowy (@JoannaLowy87) December 8, 2016

Denise crying on #EastEnders but had no tears?

— Kathy Lars (@EESprite) December 8, 2016

Also, Denise you are not a very good crier. I saw not a single tear. The scene was cringe. #EastEnders ??

— Tom Gardiner ?? (@TomGardinerUK) December 8, 2016