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Grace: A Novel Audiobook

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Read By: John Dossett Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 3.17 hours at 1.5x Speed 2.38 hours at 2.0x Speed Release Date: October 2008 Format: Unabridged Audiobook ISBN: 9780743574846

Quick Stats About this Audiobook

Total Audiobook Chapters:

5

Longest Chapter Length:

61:01 minutes

Shortest Chapter Length:

50:16 minutes

Average Chapter Length:

57:16 minutes

Audiobooks by this Author:

51

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Publisher Description

Originally titled Grace, this award-winning novel gets a brand-new look in this beautiful repackage.

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Christmas Box and The Mistletoe Promise comes a novel filled with hope and redemption about two teens who turn to each other to find trust and love.

If only I could stay with you forever. I would.

Eric is having a hard time adjusting to his family’s move from California to Utah. Then he meets Grace—his classmate and a runaway—dumpster diving behind the burger joint where he works. Eric decides the only thing to do is to hide Grace in the clubhouse in his backyard.

With the adults concerned about the looming Cuban Missile Crisis and his father recovering from an immune disorder, Eric grows closer to Grace but can their new relationship survive the harsh realities of life?

In this poignant, sensitive, and realistic narrative, Richard Paul Evans shares Grace’s heartbreaking predicament and Eric’s realization that everything is not as simple as it might appear.

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"Richard Paul Evans always does a wonderful job bringing social issues to light in a way that readers can handle...and he leaves us with the knowledge that we, too, can help out. His novel Grace does just that. Told through the eyes of a teenage boy, we learn the story of Grace, and it's one that could unfortunately be told by too many...Yet another thought-provoking book by Evans. (On a side note, I'm always impressed with his philanthropic works. He's a good man who has luckily been recognized for the 'goodness' he does.)"

— Cara (4 out of 5 stars)

Quotes

  • “Evans knows how to pull on the heartstrings, and the conclusion to this one will have readers reaching for a hankie.”

    — Publishers Weekly
  • “Touching and sad, this is sure to match Evans’ previous successes on the bestsellers list.”

    — Library Journal

Awards

  • A New York Times bestseller

Grace Listener Reviews

Overall Performance: 3.89130434782609 out of 53.89130434782609 out of 53.89130434782609 out of 53.89130434782609 out of 53.89130434782609 out of 5 (3.89)
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  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " As usual I was not disappointed in this one! A beautiful, heartbreaking yet hopeful book. A must read! "

    — Darcie, 2/16/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " finsihed this book in one day. really enjoyed the story telling. "

    — Amber, 2/6/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " This book made me cry.. It is amazing how one person can make such a difference in someone else's life. This is a wonderful book. "

    — Toni, 2/2/2014
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Didn't really like this. Way too sad. I felt badly for his wife in the end because clearly, she was always his second choice. "

    — Trisha, 2/1/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I liked this book, it is a fast read. It is sad though and covers a subject that is not pleasant but is unfortunately out there. "

    — Jana, 1/31/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Easy to read. Read it in one day. I liked the story. "

    — Sherae, 1/26/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I thought this was a wonderful, yet very sad heartfelt tale about compassion for others. If we all could look outside ourselves and realize for even just a fraction of a second. How it feels to care for someone who is truly in need, Then maybe we just might get a glimpse of what "Life" Is really all about. "

    — Bart, 1/23/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I found this in the audio section of our library and was pleasantly surprised by the book. I enjoyed it a lot - UNTIL THE END!!! I must admit I am a happy endings type woman and this was not it - it was such a depressing and sad ending...sigh....but the main body was really good. "

    — Kellie, 1/22/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I read this one in less than one day. It's such a sweet, yet heartbreaking story. It's a good reminder that there is always someone that has it harder than we do, and makes you realize what a resounding effect that people have on our lives. "

    — Brandy, 1/17/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I would give it a 4.5 stars, wish it was an option. I read this in 2 days, had a hard time putting it down. Very good, very sad. Would recommend. "

    — Alexandra, 1/15/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Des keeps giving me these books that make me cry. I don't normally like this, even when I'm home alone; however, this time I was on a plane with close to 100 other people. Otherwise, this was a good book. It is a quick read and is worth the time. "

    — Mark, 1/7/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Thought it would be a sweet Christmas read, but I was mistaken! I enjoyed it, but it was actually very depressing. "

    — Lauramccue, 12/26/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Another moving Christmas story from Richard Paul Evans. "

    — LemonLinda, 12/17/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " This book had a great story with great characters. I really liked how parts of Grace's diary were included at the beginning of every chapter. A great holiday read during christmas time. "

    — Jeffrey, 12/7/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I thought it was predictable, a little disturbing, but I liked how it opened the readers mind to what is going on out there in this big world. "

    — Kari, 12/5/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Mr. Evans' books are always thought provoking. I loved this one even though everyone does not end up living happily ever after. I read the whole book in a couple of hours. But I will remember it for a long time. It touched my heart. "

    — Suzanne, 12/1/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Not your usual Christmas story -- in fact, it has a sad and yet uplifting ending. "

    — Holly, 11/21/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Loved this story about a young boy who hides a run-away girl in his treehouse. "

    — Julie, 10/14/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " A beautiful story about sacrifice, friendship and love, this book is one of my all time favorites. My heart aches for the children who suffer what Grace has. Every time I read it, I am reminded that there IS a difference I can make in this world- if only I care to take the time. "

    — Jenny, 4/29/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I love the way Richard Paul Evans writes. His is the kind of book I have a hard time putting down... He has some hard lessons, but I love the way he writes. "

    — Peggy, 4/3/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " It was ok. I thought it was fairly predictable. "

    — April, 3/22/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I know, I know, it's a totally cheesy Christmas book. But, when I was in high school a teacher read us one of his and now, I am hooked! "

    — Jillcocking, 1/13/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I loved this story about a courageous young woman. READ IT! "

    — Tiff, 11/8/2012
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I loved this book!! I got it for Christmas and I absolutly loved it!!! I cried!! Yeah, you will need some kleenex for this book!! :) "

    — Kaitlin, 10/14/2012
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I would give this a 3.5. Not my favorite of his books but a quick enjoyable read. "

    — Kim, 9/11/2012
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Good for a quick, relaxing read. "

    — Sheri, 8/1/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Sweet little story. A tear jerker. "

    — Richelle, 5/6/2012
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I liked the book. It dealt with some issues very personal issues for me. It was a fairly quick read and I liked how it felt very personal to the author as well. I would recommend it to a friend but I am not sure I would read it again myself. "

    — Charlene, 5/5/2012
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I actually really liked this book, but it was also sad. Really sad. And I don't handle really sad very well. "

    — Kerry, 1/27/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I know he's a cheesy writer but I guess I'm a sucker for cheese. I really liked this book. It made me think. Sad. "

    — Ashleigh, 1/8/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " This book was good, but kind of a sad holiday tale. It makes a good point and I really enjoyed it! "

    — Aubrie, 9/20/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " this book was really sad especially at christmas time. I don't think that I would recommend it. "

    — Danni, 8/24/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Easy read. This book made me think a little about what I would do if faced with similar situations that the teen characters are faced with. It's interesting that when put into certain situations, we find our values challenged. "

    — Krista, 5/17/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I was actually surprised by how much I liked this book! "

    — Amy, 5/10/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Such a good book highly recommended. Quick read but only because you can't put it down. I look forward to reading more books by this author. "

    — N, 4/28/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I think this is no doubt his best book. It was a walk into the past and also a look into a tragic life of a young person who couldn't ever have survived it all on her own. "

    — Liz, 4/27/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " This is one of my favorite books! I haven't lent it out nor will I give it away! "

    — Danette, 4/18/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " This was a little slow I though for a Richard Paul Evans. The end made me cry, as all his books do. Just not my favorite of his. "

    — Melissa, 4/18/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " A poignant story of innocence, loss thereof, and child abuse, told by a lad who befriends a victim. I liked it despite the heavy plot, which had its lovely moments. "

    — Sandra, 4/14/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " It was well written and unfortunately very true to life. Made me sad. "

    — Cme, 4/14/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Not my favorite Richard Paul Evans... "

    — Robin, 4/5/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " This book is about a run away girl Grace in the 1960's and a boy Eric who helps her and tries to save her. A touching story. "

    — Kristen, 3/9/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " This book made me cry. It's a true story of great friendship "

    — Tiffany, 3/1/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Child abuse should never be hidden and should not happen. May we strive harder to protect our children. "

    — Mary, 2/14/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Good book, but not exactly what I expected. I wouldn't say it was the best by Evans. "

    — Jessica, 2/10/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " So sad! But an excellent book! "

    — Denise, 2/7/2011

About Richard Paul Evans

Richard Paul Evans is the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller The Christmas Box. Each of his more than thirty-five novels has been a New York Times bestseller. , the Romantic Times Best Women’s Novel of the Year Award, the German Audience Gold Award for Romance, five Religion Communicators Council Wilbur Awards, the Washington Times Humanitarian of the Century Award, and the Volunteers of America National Empathy Award .There are more than thirty-five million copies of his books in print worldwide, translated into more than twenty-four languages. Learn more at Facebook.com/RPEFans or his website RichardPaulEvans.com.

About John Dossett

Spencer Johnson, MD, is one of the world’s most respected thinkers and beloved authors. He earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Southern California, an MD from the Royal College of Surgeons, and medical clerkships at the Mayo Clinic and Harvard Medical School. He is a co-author of the New York Times bestseller The One Minute Manager, and more than forty-six million copies of his books are in print worldwide in more than forty-seven languages.