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Jessica

By: Bryce Courtenay
Narrated by: Humphrey Bower
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 Jessica is based on the inspiring true story of a young girl's fight for justice against tremendous odds. A tomboy, Jessica is the pride of her father as they work together on the struggling family farm. One quiet day, the peace of the bush is devastated by a terrible murder. Only Jessica is able to save the killer from the lynch mob - but will justice prevail in the courts?

Nine months later, a baby is born...with Jessica determined to guard the secret of the father's identity. The rivalry of Jessica and her beautiful sister for the love of the same man will echo throughout their lives, until finally the truth must be told.

Set in the harsh Australian bush against the outbreak of World War I, this novel is heartbreaking in its innocence, and shattering in its brutality.

©2013 Christine Courtenay (P)2014 Bolinda Publishing Ltd Fiction Genre Fiction Heartfelt Tear-jerking Thought-Provoking
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Loved everything about this book . Great story of a great country . Best of all - What a narrator - Well done Humphrey Bower you made this story come alive, and of course another great story from a great Author. I recommend.

What a Book!

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Such a heartbreaking story, so powerful and deep - and the way Humphrey narrates, I'd say he has a degree from Harvard in storytelling 🙌 Absolutely beautiful, This is already my favourite book but you absolutely brought it to life on a whole other level 💖

Beautifully Sombre

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Just love this book. Such a heartbreaking story of struggle and injustice. The narration was superb and extremely enjoyable to listen to. I can’t write too much more as I am so sad upon finishing this wonderful story. Definitely a must read for all.

Beautifully thought provoking.

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loved it great story, voice changes from narrater was not bad little annoying at times as I imagined Jessica to sound different but still would listen again

first time on audible and really enjoyed listening

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Great story line and made me cry a few times. A great ready and true Australian classic in my opinion.

Great Story Line

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Who doesn’t love a Bryce Courtney? Entertaining, Australian, real and harsh. Lovely strong heroine. Highly recommended

Excellent

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Bryce Courtenay never ceases to amaze me with his amazing writing. Excellent storyline, quirky characters. The narrator was incredible. 10 out of 10 for this book. l thoroughly enjoyed it.

Beautifully written. Excellent storyline

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Loved the story, I could picture every scene, as I Am from the Riverina.
Highly recommend

Enthralled

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Oh my, the tears. I can't even write a review right now because I am off to read every single one of Bryce Courtenay's books. Best book I've read by far.

Absolutely unmissable

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Fabulous story done in a way that enlightens the reader on Australian history., the good the bad and the bloody ugly.

Bryce Courtney never disappoints

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