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The Penny

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Jenny Blake has no idea how her life will change in the summer of 1955. But the day she stoops to pick up a penny embedded in the hot asphalt, she starts a chain of events that will transform her life and the lives of those around her in amazing ways. Jenny is swept into a friendship with Miss Shaw, the woman whose past is the biggest mystery along Grand Avenue, the woman who will change Jenny's future forever. As Jenny and Miss Shaw work together at the local jewelry store, they form a friendship that dares both of them to confront secrets in their pasts-secrets that threaten to destroy them.

While Jenny cowers in the wake of her abusive father, Miss Shaw hides in the shadows of her own unspoken pain. If these two can overcome their brokenness and grief, they might just find the freedom they've been craving. And they might begin a ripple effect that goes on to bring new life to the people around them, showing how God works in the smallest details, even in something as small as a penny. . . . Because big decisions often don't amount to much, but little decisions sometimes transform everything.
LanguageEnglish
Release dateJul 3, 2007
ISBN9781415941904
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Joyce Meyer

Joyce Meyer is one of the world’s leading practical Bible teachers. A #1 New York Times bestselling author, she has written more than ninety inspirational books. Joyce’s Enjoying Everyday Life radio and television programs are broadcast around the world, and she travels extensively conducting conferences. Joyce and her husband, Dave, have four children and ten grandchildren and make their home in St. Louis, Missouri.

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  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    How many times have you walked past a penny on the ground without so much as a second thought? Jenny Blake did just that, and then for some unexplainable reason, turned, ran back and retrieved the penny from the hot asphalt. At the tender age of 14 Jenny had no way of knowing the significance of her actions on that blistering summer day in 1955. The Blake family lived in St. Louis, which during the 50's and early 60's was a hotbed of racial tension. So when Jenny, a white girl, befriends Aurelia, a black girl recently integrated into the same school, she must keep the friendship a secret. Although Aurelia's family welcomes Jenny into both their home and church, the same acceptance could not be found within the Blake household. Jenny's father in an abusive, horrible man, that mistreats his daughters in every conceivable way. Working for Miss Shaw, the local jeweler, Jenny begins to see Christianity at work, in small ways that others barely notice. Yet, no matter how hard she prays, her fathers abuse continues and she struggles to understand why God seems to be ignoring her pain. With Miss Shaw's guidance, and Aurelia's unwavering friendship she continues building her faith, one step at a time. Little by little God's truth is revealed to her....."God doesn't always make something go away because we pray, He often gives us the strength to stand up to it." And that knowledge changes her life and that of those around her. The authors indelible ability to recognize the miraculous wonders of God, even the smallest of details, is but one of the many things that makes "The Penny" a beautifully moving reading experience. Despite your religious convictions, this is a wonderful story where the authors reveal their inspirations subtly and slowly, never preachy, over-bearing or offensive, "The Penny" is much like the soft-spoken, loving direction one receives from a beloved parent. There's something for everyone in this heart-felt, inspirational story. The narration is exceptionally well delivered, adding depth and conviction to the reading experience. I highly recommend this novel to any reader that simply enjoys a strong, powerful story. (Just make sure you don't start listening (or reading) until you have several hours of free time... you will not want to put it down.)Happy Reading!RJ 3Rs
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    A wonderful coming of age story, very similar to The Secret Life of Bee's in many ways.Set in the 1950's, and I believe the south, a young girl, Jenny, picks up a penny on the street which sets a huge chain of events into motion. Jenny who is abused by her father, and her mother ignores it, believes the horrible thoughts her father is putting into her head. Jenny gets a job at a local jewelery store, after the penny incident, she is hired by the mysterious Ms. Shaw. Which they eventually confide in each other to reveal their painful pasts. She also meets a wonderful African American family, and the fathers love for blues, the families love for church, makes room for Jenny and puts some love in her.
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    A very heartwarming novel. I just loved this book. Once again Joyce Meyer did not disappoint.
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    A touching story about 14-year old Jeny Blake who picks up a penny embedded in the pavement. She has o idea that this penny is from heaven and will change her lie! God leads her to new, loving friends who help ease the shame and abuse -- the secrets in her life.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    This is an amazingly moving and touching novel which makes you take a deep look at your life. You will not see something as simple as a penny in the same way again. A great story about a young girl who refuses to give in to the mental and physical torments she is forced to endure, especially once she realizes that God truly does love her no matter what. A very great reminder of the power of God's love for each and every one of us.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    Incredibly inspirational book, couldn't put it down, loved it!
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    How many times have you walked past a penny on the ground without so much as a second thought? Jenny Blake did just that, and then for some unexplainable reason, turned, ran back and retrieved the penny from the hot asphalt. At the tender age of 14 Jenny had no way of knowing the significance of her actions on that blistering summer day in 1955. The Blake family lived in St. Louis, which during the 50's and early 60's was a hotbed of racial tension. So when Jenny, a white girl, befriends Aurelia, a black girl recently integrated into the same school, she must keep the friendship a secret. Although Aurelia's family welcomes Jenny into both their home and church, the same acceptance could not be found within the Blake household. Jenny's father in an abusive, horrible man, that mistreats his daughters in every conceivable way. Working for Miss Shaw, the local jeweler, Jenny begins to see Christianity at work, in small ways that others barely notice. Yet, no matter how hard she prays, her fathers abuse continues and she struggles to understand why God seems to be ignoring her pain. With Miss Shaw's guidance, and Aurelia's unwavering friendship she continues building her faith, one step at a time. Little by little God's truth is revealed to her....."God doesn't always make something go away because we pray, He often gives us the strength to stand up to it." And that knowledge changes her life and that of those around her. The authors indelible ability to recognize the miraculous wonders of God, even the smallest of details, is but one of the many things that makes "The Penny" a beautifully moving reading experience. Despite your religious convictions, this is a wonderful story where the authors reveal their inspirations subtly and slowly, never preachy, over-bearing or offensive, "The Penny" is much like the soft-spoken, loving direction one receives from a beloved parent. There's something for everyone in this heart-felt, inspirational story. The narration is exceptionally well delivered, adding depth and conviction to the reading experience. I highly recommend this novel to any reader that simply enjoys a strong, powerful story. (Just make sure you don't start listening (or reading) until you have several hours of free time... you will not want to put it down.)Happy Reading!RJ 3Rs
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    grand you from the beginning. good read.
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    A wonderful coming of age story, very similar to The Secret Life of Bee's in many ways.Set in the 1950's, and I believe the south, a young girl, Jenny, picks up a penny on the street which sets a huge chain of events into motion. Jenny who is abused by her father, and her mother ignores it, believes the horrible thoughts her father is putting into her head. Jenny gets a job at a local jewelery store, after the penny incident, she is hired by the mysterious Ms. Shaw. Which they eventually confide in each other to reveal their painful pasts. She also meets a wonderful African American family, and the fathers love for blues, the families love for church, makes room for Jenny and puts some love in her.