Not a Sparrow Falls (Abridged) Audiobook, by Linda Nichols Play Audiobook Sample

Not a Sparrow Falls (Abridged) Audiobook

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Read By: Joyce Bean Publisher: Brilliance Audio Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 2.17 hours at 1.5x Speed 1.63 hours at 2.0x Speed Release Date: April 2006 Format: Abridged Audiobook ISBN: 9781423304111

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Total Audiobook Chapters:

10

Longest Chapter Length:

23:23 minutes

Shortest Chapter Length:

16:31 minutes

Average Chapter Length:

19:40 minutes

Audiobooks by this Author:

4

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Publisher Description

If Mama were here, everything would still be right. Or at least not as bad wrong as it had become. But Mama was dead, and Papa was gone, her brother and sisters scattered. And she was here…

Mary Bridget Washburn was tired of running, tired of being haunted by the empty shell her life had become. How in the world did the little girl she’d once been now become a woman on the wrong side of the law? Determined to make a new start, she escapes to the quaint city of Alexandria, Virginia, where she takes on her mother’s identity and finds sanctuary in the shadow of a decades-old church. But a little girl’s plea proves her undoing, and the Reverend…well, someone’s got to open his eyes before disaster comes calling. Can Mary Bridget hide her tainted past long enough to bring hope to a family falling apart?

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"Two desperate people- One with all the answers & One with none at all. This is the story about a young woman named Mary B. Washburn & how her life became an empty shell as her family fell apart. Can she make a new start? Can she leave her tainted past behind her long enough to bring hope to another family? This book seemed a little wierd to me at first but once I got into it, it was hard to put down! Linda weaves a lot of lessons & teachings of truth through-out this book & that is one thing I really liked about it. I could almost see myself in Mary in some of the things she went through. However, let me warn you that this book is more for mature readers because there is drug use involved and several of the characters go to prison etc..."

— Samantha (4 out of 5 stars)

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  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Wow! What a moving read! The story of a young, beautiful woman drawn into a world of drugs and her continual journey through life. God never leaves her and sends people to help her find herself back to His waiting arms and while were at it, help the reverend with his secrets and bring him back to the fold as well. Beautiful story of redemption! "

    — Pauline, 2/8/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Loved this book from beginning to end! Amazing story of how God brings new life to those that seek Him....touching! "

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

    " I didn't realize I was reading a book that was considered Christian Lit. It's too bad that the category might limit its audience because it is a fabulous story of humanity. It's for everyone. "

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

    " Good overall. When it started talking about Alsaider and his family, I thought wait, isn't this book about the girl? Then they intermingled. The ending they had to tell how every character ended. I thought just end already, but then I was tired, way past bed time. I read in 5 days, so it was good! "

    — Jackie, 1/29/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Again-- another book I remember being totally immersed in when I read it, but that I cannot remember the plot. I picked up a copy of Hellenga's The Fall of the Sparrow thinking it was the same book and I'd re-read it, but it wasn't, so I didn't. "

    — bookczuk, 1/13/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I really liked this book. It started out slow, but quickly engaged me with complex characters that I really wanted to learn more about. "

    — Marliss, 1/8/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I really liked this book, though it wasn't what I was expecting after I read the inside cover. It was pretty predictable where the book was going in parts of it, but usually I didn't know until they were pretty close to happening. All in all I really enjoyed this book. "

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

    " This was a very good book with a wonderful story. It had a little bit of a confusing begining b/c it kept jumping to different characters but it all tied together in the end. "

    — Amy, 12/27/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I have read and re-read all of Linda's books. Each one of them, without exception, have been difficult to put down until read from cover to cover. I consider Linda's book my personal treasures, unwilling to lend them to anyone. "

    — Oscar, 12/21/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " This is a book to use to study the writing of fiction. "

    — Dana, 12/13/2013
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    " A story of redemption and the power of forgiveness. "

    — Penny, 12/10/2013
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    " How nice to read a comforting novel that has so many of life's struggles included. Drugs, religious battles and suicide combine to show the grace of God. "

    — Janet, 10/16/2013
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " I don't remember much about this book. A woman has been living on the run from her violent boyfriend. She finds home with a widowed pastor and his children. "

    — Rose, 9/28/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " A wonderful story about real people and the kinds of problems we face each and every day. The incredible healing power of God's mercy. I was thoroughly engaged in this book. Can't wait to read Linda's next one! "

    — Kate, 9/1/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Wonderful story - great characters & suspense. "

    — Morag, 7/9/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " A very uplifting book that hammers home the security of the believer! Well written! "

    — Connie, 7/6/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " This is a beautiful and wonderful Christian story about faith and redemption with clean slates. I'm not a big fan of Christian fiction nor read it-but this is a great read. It even has a hint of romance to it. This is recommended to all who needs to believe in God again. "

    — Kristen, 6/24/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I haven't read a really good Christian book in a long time, but I really enjoyed this one. So glad it was recommended on here! "

    — Karen, 11/23/2012
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I downloaded this book because it was free and I was rewarded with a very touching and heart warming story....A reminder that even though we feel completely alone and forgotten , we are not....a greater power guides us... "

    — Nelta, 9/2/2012
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Like so many books, this started out great, suspenseful, kept me turning pages. But midway it got bogged down in meaningless activity. I think it's hard to find a book with dept. And I felt this book was on the surface a good story but lacked dept. "

    — Dianne, 8/27/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " An unusual storyline, with a happy ending. Just the kind of book you need some days. "

    — Toledo, 7/11/2012
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " What a great story of God's love and forgiveness. "

    — Darla, 5/11/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I liked this story,has a past ,present,and takes you to the end,future,worth reading. "

    — Claudia, 3/14/2012
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I loved this book! A great story about inner healing... "

    — Ana, 12/13/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Very good book. 2nd I have read by this author and it was even better than the first one! "

    — Kim, 8/15/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Don't be fooled by the cheesy looking cover. Totally enjoyed this book! "

    — Stephanie, 4/12/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " This is a book to use to study the writing of fiction. "

    — Dana, 8/24/2010
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I was pleasantly surprised - Christian Lit. usually doesn't have much substance or plot - too heavy on scripture, etc. But this was okay, they didn't lay it on too thick. It really was a nice story - I might even look up some books from this same author. "

    — Linda, 6/23/2010
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " This was a lovely story, reminiscent of Where the Heart Is. A troubled young woman who attempts to leave her past behind. Bridie's search for a new life brings life to those around her. This is a quick read that will lift your spirit. Thanks to my friend Maggie who gave it to me. "

    — Cindy, 5/6/2010
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " this is another book I had forgot the title to. I read it a few years ago and remember liking it. "

    — Alison, 4/10/2010
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " a wonderful story, about people and second chances "

    — Monica, 3/18/2010
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Some books come along right when you need them and this was one of those for me. Great story with a happy ending, which life does not always have. However the ability to change and have a second chance is wonderful for all. Quick, easy read. "

    — Jenny, 9/2/2009
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I have read and re-read all of Linda's books. Each one of them, without exception, have been difficult to put down until read from cover to cover. I consider Linda's book my personal treasures, unwilling to lend them to anyone. "

    — Oscar, 8/9/2009

About Linda Nichols

Linda Nichols spent much of her childhood among the hills of Virginia, the setting and inspiration for Not a Sparrow Falls. She is the author of the romantic comedy Handymanas well as numerous articles for parenting magazines. She and her family make their home in Tacoma, Washington.

About Joyce Bean

Joyce Bean is an accomplished audiobook narrator and director. In addition to having won several AudioFile Earphones Awards, she has been nominated multiple times for the prestigious Audie Award. Equally adept at narrating fiction and nonfiction, and she also narrates audiobooks under the name Jane Brown.