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I did enjoy the book a lot, and came away with a new appreciation for this great hymn that is still so popular today. Jody hedlund introduces readers to the story of john newton and polly catlett, two young people who immediately fall in love but face many challenges along the way. Oct 10, 2016 i loved reading the redemption of newton, as he finally realizes gods amazing grace in his life. A novel of am azing grace by jody hedlund at indigo. Acclaimed novelist jody hedlund brings the real story of amazing grace to page in a thrilling tale of the love story of john newton and polly catlettin the mideighteenth century as england and france stand on the brink of war, john newton is a young sailor wandering aimlessly through life.
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Newton and polly uncover the true love story behind the famous hymn that stirs the hearts and ignites the faith of millions around the globe. This is the fictional account of the early life of john newton, the author of the hymn amazing grace. A song that has touched so many lives through the years. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders. Four years later on a trip returning home to england, john experiences salvation and followed a life of crusading against slavery. But polly was unable to return the affections of the rebellious, worldly young man and her. Her father would not allow her to get involved with him. A reluctant bride by jody hedlund pdf download today novels. She won the 2011 inspirational readers choice award, the 2011 award of excellence from the colorado romance writers, and was a finalist for best debut novel in the 2011 acfw carol awards. Nov 17, 2016 prior to reading this novel i knew a little bit about the history of john newton, the author of the hymn, amazing grace. This author has written many glorious novels which are equally beautiful and inspiring. About jody hedlund jody hedlund is a cba bestselling and awardwinning author of fourteen books. Newton and polly by jody hedlund audiobook download.
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