
Impulse
by Ellen Hopkins
This psychological thriller follows three teenagers - Tony, Vanessa, and Conner - who each struggle with suicidal thoughts and attempt to take their own lives, only to survive and find themselves in a psychiatric hospital together. The novel explores their individual backstories, including abuse, family dysfunction, and mental health challenges, while examining how they support each other through recovery. The story addresses heavy themes of depression, suicide, self-harm, sexual abuse, and the long journey toward healing and hope.
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