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Newton and Polly
- A Novel of Amazing Grace
- Narrated by: Saskia Maarleveld
- Length: 10 hrs and 49 mins
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Amazing grace! How sweet the sound that saved a wretch like me. I once was lost, but now am found.
Now remembered as the author of the world's most famous hymn, in the mid-18th century, as England and France stand on the brink of war, John Newton was a young sailor wandering aimlessly through life. His only duty was to report to his ship and avoid disgracing his father - until the night he heard Polly Catlett's enchanting voice caroling. He was immediately smitten and determined to win her affection.
An intense connection quickly formed between the two, but John's reckless spirit and disregard for the Christian life were concerns for the responsible, devout Polly. When an ill-fated stop at a tavern left John imprisoned and bound, Polly had to choose to either stand by his side or walk out of his life forever. Would she forfeit her future for the man she loved?
Step back through history to uncover the true love story behind a song that continues to stir the hearts and ignite the faith of millions around the globe.
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When her late father was branded a traitor to the king, Catherine Percy found sanctuary in Scotland. But a case of mistaken identity put her in a compromising position with the Highland earl sworn to protect her. Marriage to him saved her reputation, but nothing could save her from the stormy passion that bent her innocent body to his will - and shattered his last defense. The acclaimed author of The Thistle and the Rose presents an exciting new trilogy. Three sisters each hold a clue to their family's treasure - and the key to the hearts of three Highland warriors....
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Change the speed to 0.9!
- By Tammylynn on 12-07-22
By: May McGoldrick
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Burning Bright
- Extraordinaries Series, Book 1
- By: Melissa McShane
- Narrated by: Cat Gould
- Length: 12 hrs and 49 mins
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Elinor is an Extraordinary and the only one in England capable of wielding fire in over 100 years. As an Extraordinary she is respected and feared, but to her father she represents power and prestige for himself. Mr. Pembroke, having spent his life studying magic, is determined to control Elinor and her talent by forcing her to marry whom he chooses, a marriage that will produce even more powerful offspring.
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Amazing story and narration!
- By sweetliks on 07-06-17
By: Melissa McShane
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Wild Wicked Scot
- The Highland Grooms, #1
- By: Julia London
- Narrated by: Derek Perkins
- Length: 10 hrs and 27 mins
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Born into riches and groomed in English luxury, Margot Armstrong didn't belong in a Scottish chieftain's devil-may-care world. Three years ago she fled their marriage of convenience and hasn't looked back - except to relive the moments spent in wild, rugged Arran McKenzie's passionate embrace. But as their respective countries' fragile unity threatens to unravel, Margot must return to her husband to uncover his role in the treachery before her family can be accused of it.
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Best Scottish Romance I've Read in Years!
- By LilMissMolly on 06-25-17
By: Julia London
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Pirates
- By: Linda Lael Miller
- Narrated by: Jeanine Bartel
- Length: 11 hrs and 30 mins
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Phoebe Turlow needs to get out of Seattle and forget about the man she just divorced, her dwindling finances, and the lonely nights that stretch ahead of her. But she can't foresee what awaits her on Paradise Island. Duncan Rourke is known to historians as "the pirate patriot". He's been dead for two centuries - or at least he's supposed to be, until Phoebe Turlow steps out of a van, into a run-down island hotel, and into his world.
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Narrator Spoiled An Interesting Story
- By twocats on 06-04-20
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The Iron Duke
- By: Meljean Brook
- Narrated by: Faye Adele
- Length: 13 hrs and 24 mins
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After the Iron Duke freed England from Horde control, he instantly became a national hero. Now Rhys Trahaearn has built a merchant empire on the power-and fear-of his name. And when a dead body is dropped from an airship onto his doorstep, bringing Detective Inspector Mina Wentworth into his dangerous world, he intends to make her his next possession. But when Mina uncovers the victim's identity, she stumbles upon a conspiracy that threatens the lives of everyone in England.
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Great for Some but Not for Everyone
- By Kjda on 06-27-17
By: Meljean Brook
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Glamorous Illusions
- Grand Tour Series, Book 1
- By: Lisa T. Bergren
- Narrated by: Jaime Draper
- Length: 11 hrs and 30 mins
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Cora is about to discover who she truly is. It’s the summer of 1913, and Cora Kensington’s life on the family farm has taken a dark turn. Not only are the crops failing, but someone dear to Cora is failing as well. One fateful afternoon, a stranger comes to call, and Cora discovers a terrible secret about her past… a secret that will radically change her future. Cora is invited to take the “Grand Tour” of Europe, a trip intended to finish a person’s education and solidify an understanding of refinement and ancient culture.
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One of my favorites!
- By Diane Ellingsen on 06-19-17
By: Lisa T. Bergren
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The Irishman's Daughter
- By: V.S. Alexander
- Narrated by: Lucy Rayner
- Length: 16 hrs and 25 mins
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Ireland, 1845. To Briana Walsh, no place on earth is more beautiful than Carrowteige, County Mayo. The small farms that surround the centuries-old Lear House are managed by her father, agent to the wealthy, reckless Sir Thomas Blakely. Tenant farmers sell the oats and rye they grow to pay rent to Sir Thomas, surviving on the potatoes that flourish in the remaining scraps of land. But when the potato crop falls prey to a devastating blight, families Briana has known all her life are left with no food, no resources, and no mercy from the English landowner.
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Wasted a credit
- By Emily Coonce on 05-26-19
By: V.S. Alexander
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To Taste the Wine
- By: Fern Michaels
- Narrated by: Anne Flosnik
- Length: 11 hrs and 31 mins
- Unabridged
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Chelsea Myles earns her living as an actress with her uncle's theater troupe, performing cheap plays on the streets of London and picking the customers' pockets. Until one night, a robbery goes awry and Chelsea is left holding a purse with enough gold to buy her passage to Australia, and the chance of a fresh start. Once on board the vessel, Chelsea is intrigued by a fellow passenger, Quaid Tanner, who is returning to his vineyard in Australia. As much as Quaid admires the feisty, courageous Chelsea, circumstances seem destined to keep them apart.
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Great story but too detailed in sex scenes for me
- By Private on 09-23-15
By: Fern Michaels
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The Unforgettable Mr. Darcy
- A Pride and Prejudice Variation
- By: Victoria Kincaid
- Narrated by: Stevie Zimmerman
- Length: 7 hrs and 34 mins
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Mr. Darcy arrives at Longbourn, intending to correct the mistakes he made during his disastrous proposal in Hunsford. To his horror, he learns Elizabeth Bennet was killed in a ship’s explosion off the coast of France - in an apparent act of sabotage. Deep in despair, he travels in disguise to wartime France to seek out the spy responsible for her death. But a surprise awaits Darcy in the French town of Saint-Malo: Elizabeth is alive! Recovering from a blow to the head, Elizabeth has no memory of her previous life, and a series of mistakes leads her to believe Darcy is her husband.
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Imaginative
- By Vercha3 on 05-09-19
By: Victoria Kincaid
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The Shipbuilder’s Wife
- By: Jennifer Moore
- Narrated by: Luone Ingram
- Length: 7 hrs and 35 mins
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The day of her parents’ garden party dawns bright as Lydia Prescott eagerly anticipates a marriage proposal from a handsome and wealthy plantation owner. The lovely debutante plans to steal a moment away with her beau, but her plans go terribly awry. Instead of her intended, she is joined by a stranger - the largest man she’s ever laid eyes on. And it is clear Jacob Steele is there for reasons far more sober than the party. With British raids erupting all around them, it is his job to reassure plantation owners of their safety.
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Not my favorite
- By MelMom on 01-11-19
By: Jennifer Moore
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Taming Charlotte
- By: Linda Lael Miller
- Narrated by: Pilar Witherspoon
- Length: 11 hrs and 44 mins
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Kidnapped and confined in a harem - that's not the scenario Charlotte Quade envisioned when she prayed for just one grand adventure before sailing home to Washington Territory from Europe. While exploring the ancient, exotic island kingdom of Riz, Charlotte foolishly lost her way. In a dizzying moment, she was snatched, bound up in a sack, and unceremoniously dumped - completely naked! - in the ship's cabin of the very same man who had caught her fancy as a young girl in Seattle: Captain Patrick Trevarran.
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Good,but FRUSTRATING! 23yr old who acts like a kid
- By Brandy on 06-27-19
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- Mary :)
- 09-27-16
Seriously wonderful! I couldn't stop listening!
This book was so splendidly wonderful I literally could not stop listening! I love this author she is so very enthralling. She gets my mind so interested in these characters that I seriously cannot get anything done at my house! My husband is going crazy because all I want to do is listen to her book! The characters of John and Polly are so sweet and so riveting that it was hard to stop thinking about them while I had to go to work. I love that this author is so true to history. Give it a try he won't want to stop.
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- Amanda
- 09-19-17
Ending is worth it
I almost gave up on this book... The journey of Newton and Polly became so long, repetitive and arduous it was almost painful. Yet, I also see the ground work the author was trying to lay to truly portray the depth of Newton's "wretched" state. It's not an enjoyable journey, but any story of God's amazing grace is worth listening to. In the end, it makes you appreciate Newton's penmanship that much more, the words of Amazing Grace that much more poignant.
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- Jackie J Meister
- 09-27-24
Excellent read
Jody writes beautiful novels. I have enjoyed everyone of her books and learn so much from them. God bless you!
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- Zelma
- 11-14-16
Wonderfully Written
Would you listen to Newton and Polly again? Why?
Absolutely wonderful story of love and overcoming the worst storms in your life
What other book might you compare Newton and Polly to and why?
I don't think I've read a book that would compare.
What does Saskia Maarleveld bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
She has such a wonderful voice and so easy to listen to.
If you could rename Newton and Polly, what would you call it?
nothing love the name
Any additional comments?
powerful story I recommend for everyone.
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- Kindle Customer
- 03-04-24
The end
The book was very good as far as a story goes. The narrative was very well done. Easy to follow and I enjoyed the voice. But my favorite part was the end and the aurora notes. I’m always curious about how a book came to be and what is fact and what is the story part. She did an incredible job with the notes and very appreciative of all those very important facts. From slave trader to pastor. What miracles God brings.
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- Deborah Stinson
- 04-04-17
So Enjoyable
This story of John Newton & Polly was a step back in history for me. It showed how the providential hand of God works behind the scene in lives that He has His hand upon. It was encouraging to see how as a couple Polly & John were arranged by God to to orchestrate a song that transcends time & touches hearts to know God's amazing grace. Thank you for all your efforts to produce this amazing story for all to see what transpired to bring this beloved hymn to generations of seekers who long to know God's amazing grace. 🙏🏻💕
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- Mosey's Mommy
- 03-21-22
Great Historical Record
I have always loved the song, "Amazing Grace". I cross stitched it and framed it. At the end this author tells that there were only a few things not quite correct These were only minor insignificant changes and everything else was true. A very worthwhile read and a credit well spent!
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- Belinda
- 01-24-19
Captivating and Visual Historical Novel
From start to finish, the author captivates the reader by drawing them into sights, sounds and smells of historical London and the sad state of the slave trades. The sailors are debauched, stinky, and drunk.
Love this author's style and can't wait to hear her next book.
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- Amazon Customer
- 10-26-19
Very touching moving story
I enjoyed this book very much. It is thought provoking and uplifting. If you are looking for a good Christian book you should enjoy this book
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- Sparky
- 01-28-23
An “AMAZING” history lesson
I had not heard the story is AMAZING GRACE, even some parts are fictional, what a story to behold. Thank you so very much for this lesson of faith, the struggles were hard, but God knew what he was doing. God allows us choice, it’s up to us to live according to our ways until hopefully we see the light and accept God’s Grace.
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