Rumble

By: Ellen Hopkins

Narrated by: Kirby Heyborne

Does it get better? The New York Times bestselling author of Crank and Tricks explores the highly charged landscapes of bullying and forgiveness in this “strong and worthy” (Kirkus Reviews) novel.

Matthew Turner knows it doesn’t get better.

His younger brother Luke was bullied mercilessly after one of Matt’s friends outed Luke to the whole school, and when Luke called Matt—on the brink of suicide—Matt was too wrapped up in his new girlfriend to answer the phone. Now Luke is gone, and Matt’s family is falling apart.

No matter what his girlfriend Hayden says about forgiveness, there’s no way Matt’s letting those he blames off the hook—including himself. As Matt spirals further into bitterness, he risks losing Hayden, the love of his life. But when her father begins to pressure the school board into banning books because of their homosexual content, he begins to wonder if he and Hayden ever had anything in common.

With brilliant sensitivity and emotional resonance, bestselling author Ellen Hopkins’s Rumble explores bullying and suicide in a powerful story that examines the value of forgiveness and reconciliation.

Hopkins does it again!

I don’t think I’ve read a single Ellen Hopkins book that I didn’t love. This was my first time having one as an audiobook, which took on a whole new life for the story (and made for good rides to and from work). I wish there were more differentiating voices and inflections to certain parts, but overall, I have no major complaints. This was an amazing book to listen to. Next up in my library…another Ellen Hopkins masterpiece that I’m sure I’ll love.

love it!

Great book just wanted more for the ending! I still love Ellen Hopkins and will listen to every one of her books!

Slow starting

while the book has some good points and ideas. its slow to start and really get to the point and wind up.

Powerful voice, even stronger writing.

The narrator does an amazing job in telling the story. it wouldn't be possible if the author didn't have such amazing talent in writing a story. Honestly it's hard for me to listen to audio books because it makes me focus. I can't think of anything else besides what I am hearing. If my thoughts wonder for even a second, I will forget what I just heard. However this book had me so engaged that it made me fall in love with audio books. Its been awhile since a book has made me emotional. I cried three times while listening to this book. the writing the narrating, everything fit so perfectly that I finished this book in 2days.

Another win

Another win from Ellen Hopkins! I can't get enough. Took me a few chapters to get roped in, but couldn't stop listening once I did.