Newton and Polly

“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, John Newton was once a young sailor wandering aimlessly through life in the mid-eighteenth century. With England and France on the brink of war, his only responsibility was to report to his ship and avoid disgracing his father—until one night when he hears Polly Catlett’s enchanting voice singing. He’s immediately captivated and determined to win her affection.

An intense connection quickly forms between the two, but John’s reckless spirit and disregard for the Christian faith are concerning to the devout Polly. When an ill-fated stop at a tavern leads to John’s imprisonment, Polly must decide whether to stand by him or walk away forever. Will she forfeit her future for the man she loves?

Step back through the pages of history to uncover the true love story behind the song that continues to stir the hearts and ignite the faith of millions around the world.

1. Opening And One
2. Two
3. Three
4. Four
5. Five
6. Six
7. Seven
8. Eight
9. Nine
10. Ten
11. Eleven
12. Twelve
13. Thirteen
14. Fourteen
15. Fifteen
16. Sixteen
17. Seventeen
18. Eighteen
19. Nineteen
20. Twenty
21. Twenty-One
22. Twenty-Two
23. Twenty-Three
24. Twenty-Four
25. Twenty-Five
26. Twenty-Six
27. Twenty-Seven
28. Epilogue
29. Author's Note