JIMMIE
Jim Valentine
Jimmie, a deeply moving novel by Jim Valentine, begins as a slow-burn college romance story, following Jim and Judy Valentine, two sensible, quietly mismatched students at Knox College, whose unexpected connection grows into a lifelong bond. What starts as an indifferent courtship and a whimsical mock wedding soon becomes a nostalgic American love story filled with practicality, sharp wit, and an affection that deepens long after their marriage.
But the heart of this heartfelt family fiction is their son, Jimmie, whose life transforms the family in extraordinary ways. After being diagnosed with a rare brain tumor, Jimmie survives life-saving surgery that leaves him blind. His blindness and independence journey shape the novel’s emotional core, making it an unforgettable emotional family story. Jimmie learns Braille and mobility skills, exceeding everyone’s expectations by pursuing independence with unwavering determination.
As Jim and Judy navigate parenthood, sacrifice, and the weight of uncertainty, their journey becomes a powerfulhusband-wife story, revealing how love can survive through anything.
From the first chapter, this blind hero’s emotional growth draws the reader in and keeps them hooked until the last page. Blending sincerity with gentle humor, Jimmie ultimately stands as a character-driven witty relationship story about extraordinary strength, love, and the quiet triumphs that define a life.
Duration - 6h 23m.
Author - Jim Valentine.
Narrator - Melissa.
Published Date - Tuesday, 21 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2025 Jim Valentine ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
Jimmie, a deeply moving novel by Jim Valentine, begins as a slow-burn college romance story, following Jim and Judy Valentine, two sensible, quietly mismatched students at Knox College, whose unexpected connection grows into a lifelong bond. What starts as an indifferent courtship and a whimsical mock wedding soon becomes a nostalgic American love story filled with practicality, sharp wit, and an affection that deepens long after their marriage. But the heart of this heartfelt family fiction is their son, Jimmie, whose life transforms the family in extraordinary ways. After being diagnosed with a rare brain tumor, Jimmie survives life-saving surgery that leaves him blind. His blindness and independence journey shape the novel’s emotional core, making it an unforgettable emotional family story. Jimmie learns Braille and mobility skills, exceeding everyone’s expectations by pursuing independence with unwavering determination. As Jim and Judy navigate parenthood, sacrifice, and the weight of uncertainty, their journey becomes a powerfulhusband-wife story, revealing how love can survive through anything. From the first chapter, this blind hero’s emotional growth draws the reader in and keeps them hooked until the last page. Blending sincerity with gentle humor, Jimmie ultimately stands as a character-driven witty relationship story about extraordinary strength, love, and the quiet triumphs that define a life. Duration - 6h 23m. Author - Jim Valentine. Narrator - Melissa. Published Date - Tuesday, 21 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Jim Valentine ©.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
Duration:00:00:10
Dedication
Duration:00:00:07
Acknowledgements
Duration:00:00:09
Chapter 1 (pt1)
Duration:00:23:13
Chapter 1 (pt2)
Duration:00:07:39
Chapter 1 (pt3)
Duration:00:07:03
Chapter 2
Duration:00:19:18
Chapter 3
Duration:00:16:02
Chapter 4
Duration:00:12:17
Chapter 5
Duration:00:24:18
Chapter 6
Duration:00:12:45
Chapter 7
Duration:00:17:48
Chapter 8
Duration:00:15:40
Chapter 9
Duration:00:09:19
Chapter 10
Duration:00:14:40
Chapter 11
Duration:00:16:35
Chapter 12
Duration:00:09:24
Chapter 13
Duration:00:11:34
Chapter 14
Duration:00:15:42
Chapter 15
Duration:00:10:21
Chapter 16
Duration:00:21:02
Chapter 17
Duration:00:14:04
Chapter 18
Duration:00:11:28
Chapter 19
Duration:00:10:56
Chapter 20
Duration:00:10:46
Chapter 21
Duration:00:06:23
Chapter 22
Duration:00:13:09
Chapter 23
Duration:00:09:31
Chapter 24
Duration:00:08:30
Chapter 25
Duration:00:07:47
Chapter 26
Duration:00:12:28
Chapter 27
Duration:00:11:38
About the author
Duration:00:01:14
Ending Credits
Duration:00:00:09