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Impulse

By: Ellen Hopkins
Narrated by: Laura Flanagan, Jeremy Guskin, Steve Coombs
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Three teens who have attempted suicide meet in a psychiatric hospital, battle their demons, and begin to heal.

The handsome son of wealthy parents, Connor has everything anyone could want...except his family's love and affection. Jailed for years after killing his mother's child-molesting boyfriend, Tony is confused about his sexuality. Manic-depressive Vanessa cuts herself. All three stories intertwine in a brutally honest story about pain and resilience.

©2007 Ellen Hopkins (P)2009 HighBridge Company Depression Depression & Mental Health Difficult Situations Family Family & Relationships Friendship Literature & Fiction Self Esteem & Self Image Suicide

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"Sharp, searing free verse...fast, jagged, hypnotic." (Kirkus)

"A riveting, fast-paced story of teenage hurt and healing." (VOYA)
Riveting Storyline • Compelling Characters • Beautiful Poetry • Emotional Depth • Powerful Message
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this book was the first Ellen Hopkins I ever read. and I read it when I was going through a really rough time in my life. after the first chapter by Vanessa I was hooked. I read it faster than any other book, couldn't put it down. now listening to it, its a whole new wave of aw. the characters come to life in this recording. you will feel as the feel. relate it ways you may never share to others. listen to it. you won't be sorry. and if you like this one listen to identical next.

one of my favorites

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I love all of Hopkins' stories and this one hit home. great narration and amazing story.

amazing

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I loved it. The story is amazing. The only complaint I can even think of is I don't really like how the characters 'mimic' other people in the story. They do it in a way that sounds like they're making fun of them buy putting on a voice. When they aren't. Nott a big deal though, I still loved it.

Amazing

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Loved this book however in the behind listening to it on audio it was hard to know when the person speaking had switched when it would go from Connor to Tony. Got the hang of it and really enjoyed it. Love her descriptive view on the human psyche

Very deep

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Great story that a lot of people can either relate too or only imagine! Three teens explain what it is like to go through hopeless real life times. All forced into a inpatient rehab. Their stories will keep you engaged and teach you what it is like to experience such fearful times! Highly recommend, great author and a part of a series!

Good book with realistic life experiences ...

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One of my favorite authors , and books. Have re-read it several times , definitely worth your time :D

Incredibly moving novel

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Ellen Hopkins is one of my favorite authors and this is the first time I have ever listened to an audio book. Let me say, the book is great, and I loved the narrators! I can't wait to buy her next audio book "Perfect". Oh wait, I just bought it before this review and I'm about to start it ASAP!!! ; )

Thank you Ellen for an amazing book(s) and amazing narrators.

First audio book I've listened to

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I love Ellen Hopkins' books. She is a terrific write. I can't wait for her to come out with newbooks

So great

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This book is beautifully written, and is so deep and has a very powerful message.

Will pull at your heart

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I loved everything about this audiobook. The story, the characters, the narrator’s, all of it!! I laughed out loud more, and felt like my heart broke at the end.

Unexpected ending

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