impactnoun/’impackt/a marked effect or influenceMy life has been severed into two distinct origins. Before. After. You don’t need to know too much of my life before. It’s no longer relevant to my story.The damage is mine. I’m a ghost. The shell of the girl from before striving to survive in the after.Love. Life. Friendship.I’ve pushed it all away in my fight to breathe another day.Who am I?No one. breathe another day.
Who am I?
No one.
Worse, I’ve lost sight of why I continue to endure.
Until him.
Until he reminds me of the girl of before.
Warning: This book contains topics that may upset or offend readers, especially those who have previously experienced sexual violence.
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“Love isn’t just blind, it’s blissfully ignorant. Culpably imprudent. People talk of fears in reference to the most improbable of circumstance. Sharks. Heights. Ghosts. The greatest fear we should hold is that of our own feelings.”
“Love is the one thing we should fear most in this world. It has the ability to destroy. People give their life for it. They obsess over it, they let it consume them.
I’m speechless. This book was so well written and emotionally moving. Haley Jenner wrote about subject matter that is so heart wrenching but tackled it with grace.
Everything about this book was perfection.
~BREAKDOWN OF RATINGS~
Plot~ 5/5
Main Characters (hero/heroine)~ 5/5
Secondary Characters~ 5/5
The Feels~ 5/5
Pacing~ 5/5
Addictiveness~5/5
Angst~ 5/5
Steam/Hotness/Chemisty ~ 5/5
Theme or Tone~ 5/5
Flow (Writing Style)~ 5/5
Backdrop (World Building)~ 5/5
Originality~ 5/5
Ending~ 5/5
Book Cover~ Hauntingly Beautiful
Series~ Standalone
Source~ Kindle eBook – borrowed from KU
Would I read more from the author? Yes
Would I recommend this book? Hell Yes
It’s not easy to write a review when you’ve been crying nonstop. My eyes are puffy, and my heart is full. Impact by Haley Jenner has ruined me. I imagine I’ll be living with this book hangover for quite some time.
Heartbreakingly beautiful, all consuming, powerful, and with a message that packs a punch, Impact truly stands on its title. That’s just what it did. Left an impact that will stay with me for a long time.
Unfortunately, so many of us have a before and after in our lives—an event or something we’ve lived through that changes who we are and how we live. I know I have a before and I’ve spent many hours hoping, wishing, praying that I could rewind time.
Our heroine, Zoe, would give anything to go back to “before”. A ghost of who she once was, she’s barely making it through the day. Gone are the smiles and the carefree woman she used to be. It’s a daily struggle to wake up, get dressed, and leave her apartment, much less interact with the outside world.
Then she meets Tripp and her world shifts. He is, by far, one of the most incredible heroes I’ve ever “met”. His heart is so big and so beautiful, you’ll absolutely fall in love. Hands down, he is now on my list of all-time top book boyfriends.
“Love is the one thing we should fear the most in this world. It has the ability to destroy. People give their life for it. They obsess over it, they let it consume them. You fear I’ll break your heart in the same way I’m afraid I will.”
This duo’s writing is brilliant. They took on an extremely difficult topic and painted the reality of living after a tragedy. I’m in awe. Proceed with caution, as Impact does contain a sensitive topic. The Haley Jenner writing duo has now been added to my auto one-click author list!!
“Love is hard, Zoe. It’s messy and painful, but it’s also one of the greatest things we can experience. You can’t compare it to anything else. You don’t overcome what you have, to fall in love just to let it go.”
Next time someone judges you for reading romance, make that person read Impact by Haley Jenner. Because this story, right here, highlights how a romance story can be a lesson in living, loving and self actualization . This story, right here, is an example of a truly life changing read.
Zoe is made of inspiration. Every struggling step, every well earned progress, every guilt, every sadness, every destructive moment- makes Zoe an incredible woman. This is the overwhelming and empowering journey of a warrior and a fighter. Tripp is right there with her. He is a perfect man. He understands Zoe and enables her to fight her demons. He is kind, intense, patient and compassionate. Their connection is an epic experience. It was fascinating to read how the dynamics changed painfully slowly but surely.
It was amazing to read the transformation from the defeated, broken and tortured Zoey to the assertive, happy and confident Zoey. Towards the end, the authors literally ripped my heart out with the painful twist. The ending was brilliant.
It was a difficult story for me. It was real and honest to say the least. Sometimes the pain became suffocating and I had to stop to regain control over my body and mind. It just show how much strongly I connected with the characters. The writing was extraordinary and beautiful. The authors made the story the exact kind angsty heartbreaking feel that it deserved. It was realistic, horrifying, inspiring, nerve wrecking and everything.
Impact deals with a sensitive issue and it could have gone wrong so many ways. It could have been insincere attempt at portraying a subject without finesse and intensity. But Haley Jenner excelled at the story telling. I didn’t feel pity for Zoe at all. I felt protective supportive and empathetic towards her. A must read romance.
Received ARC for Honest Review
Reviewing this book is difficult. My heart is aching and tears have filled my eyes. Haley Jenner has managed to invade my encased black heart and bring me to my knees with emotions. While this book is not pitch black dark, it is horrific in its own beautiful wretched way. It speaks of a pandemic issue that many have experienced when their choices have been stolen from them. This story resonated deep within me for personal reasons and while some may see triggers, I found it to be inspirational and sanative.
is about a woman and her choices to survive, to withstand the emptiness and anonymity she encases herself in after experiencing a violation so unfathomable. Every single human seeks love and is worthy of such a connected emotion, it gives people hope no matter how damaged they feel. Life is not pretty and this is not one of those romance stories that you read to escape. There is no escape for Zoe Lincoln.
But amidst all the trauma, trepidation and fear, we find , , and . While it is difficult and painful it is rewarding and awe-inspiring.
This story is beyond brilliant! I was in a perpetual state of trepidation waiting with bated breath, eagerly anxious to see what the outcome of this story would be. HJ does not disappoint. While your payment for reading this book may be your emotional state, the reward will be an unforgettable significant story that has encompassed your heart and that will stay with you for a very long while.
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Read the blurb and then DIVE IN Warriors!!
Better yet…GO IN BLIND!!! You won’t be sorry.
I finished this book, my first by the writing duo Haley Jenner, a couple days ago and I have not been able to stop thinking about it. It’s one of my favorites so far this year. It had me breathless from start to finish. I messaged several people to express just how much I wanted to take a break from any and all responsibilities, just so I could sit, read, and fully savor the story. I was consumed by it! It’s not like anything that I’ve ever read, even though it tackles some very sensitive subjects that most of us have read before. It is not a light read, but the material is so thoughtfully and professionally depicted, that you can’t help but to become engrossed. I honestly felt kidnapped by this book! I never wanted to put it down!
Zoe Lincoln has suffered every woman’s nightmare and lived to tell about it. Well, sort of. The events that broke her body and her spirit, have left her feeling like a shell, a ghost. A ghost we call Taylor Smith in her new life. A night out with friends turns tragic when Zoe crosses paths with a handsome guy, full of confidence, and a stellar reputation for making the ladies melt. The handsome player is stunned by Zoe and throws down all his best moves hoping to become more than a little acquainted with her. The events that unfold upon their meeting will impact their lives and others for years to come.
Tripp Tanner wasn’t expecting to have his life changed by a cup of coffee, but it’s funny how life works out sometimes. Taylor Smith was having an “off day”…again, when she meets Tripp Tanner at the cafe’. Tripp is immediately smitten with the young lady called Swifty, she’s magical.
Is it too much to hope that she could also be his?
To say that this story has twists and turns, is an understatement. To say that is gut-wrenching, raw, and emotional feels like an insult on some level. But the truth is…it is all those things, and IT. IS. UNFORGETTABLE. I cried, I laughed, I swooned, and I really wanted to scream and hit someone. You will have to walk away from this one at times, even though you REALLY won’t want to. The FEELS are HUGE and frequent on every level. There is so much pain, but my gosh there is SO MUCH LOVE!!!
I despise spoilers or direct hints of any kind, so….I refuse to elaborate as to whether Tripp is who he appears to be. To me, that was one of the best parts of the book!!! The NOT KNOWING whether Zoe/Taylor is being manipulated or not. I kept waiting for something to blindside me. And it happened..just as I knew it would. BUT, it wasn’t how I thought it would happen. How freaking awesome is that?!?! Oh my Gawd….I LOVED IT!!!
If you like wild rides, you’ll love this one. If you like strong women, you have to meet Zoe. If you like, dare I say crave the fear of the unknown (will they, won’t they, what’s happening), and the wtf moments of romance…This is THE BOOK! Plus, It’s HOT!!!!
All I can say is THIS IS A MUST READ. It’s already on my top 10 of 2019 list. The unpredictability, the love, and the writing was just phenomenal. Made my head spin in all the best ways!
I’ve tried to write this review for a couple days now…but I’m just speechless!!! So many emotions and soooo well written that it just sucks you in to the story!
Tripp is by far the most perfect hero ever and I so wish he was real. He’s sweet, funny, charismatic, sensitive, and smart all wrapped up in a sexy body. His thoughts on life, love, and magic are just….phenomenal.
Our girl Zoe has experienced more in life than she should have had to at a young age. But major props to the authors for giving her scars AND the tools to help her through those scars (like Rae—the most perfect best friend in the world for her!).
And we can’t forget about Brady. I wanted to hate him a little at times but he redeemed himself so hard. Won’t say why or how but it’s one of my absolute favorite parts of the book. I hope he gets his own story…because he deserves one!
There’s really not enough stars to give Impact. I absolutely loved reading it. It’ll definitely give you all the feels and then some! It’s become my favorite Haley Jenner book—I’ve already read it twice and I’ll probably reread it multiple times in the future!
There are few books that have cracked open my heart and put it back together again. Impact will join the ranks as one of the most heartbreakingly beautiful stories I’ve ever read.
The characters in this story were outstanding. With Zoe, we witness all of the broken pieces slowly coming back together. She’s a fighter and you see it with how she takes back her life one small step at a time. There are set backs for her, but kept I rooting for her to find her voice and she did and it was everything.
Anytime sexual assault is part of the story line there is a level of respect and care than needs to go into writing that. HJ handled this flawlessly by giving our heroine a fighting spirit and a realistic truth.
Tripp is one of the best male characters ever. He gave Zoe the love she needed and deserved without pushing her. I loved everything about him. The way he breathed Zoe back to life tugged at my heartstrings and made me so hopeful for their love.
I shed more than a few tears while reading.
This book will most definitely land in my top reads of 2019, and easily in my all time favorites list. It was emotional and raw and I felt this story right down to my core. Kudos ladies, you did this story absolute justice.
Impact
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******** Synopsis ********
impact
noun
/ˈɪmpakt/
a marked effect or influence
My life has been severed into two distinct origins.
Before. After.
You don’t need to know too much of my life before. It’s no longer relevant to my story.
The damage is mine. I’m a ghost. The shell of the girl from before striving to survive in the after.
Love. Life. Friendship.
I’ve pushed it all away in my fight to breathe another day.
Who am I?
No one.
Worse, I’ve lost sight of why I continue to endure.
Until him.
Until he reminds me of the girl of before.
#BoysAreBetterInBooks #Angst #NewBeginnings
There are books that make you cry, some make you swoon and other just break your heart, well, this book does all that and more. What an amazing story!
Haley Jenner took us on a heartbreaking journey, a journey of struggles, of life altering changes and a love strong enough to heal the heart and soul.
My heart broke for Zoe, I just wanted to wrap her up in my arms and tell her it was gonna be ok. Her pain and insecurities where so consuming, but her strength was just amazing. She wanted to sink, she wanted to become a ghost, but Tripp saw her, all of her and that was more than enough. Tripp, my God is there a character more perfect out there? Please tell me! Tripp was just, everything. This man came so quietly, but his force was strong, he saw Zoe, he understood her, it was just beautiful to see how he gave her the power back. But will it be enough?
This story will stay with you for a long time. It was just heartbreaking and beautiful at the same time. It was beautifully written and the characters just hold a special place in my heart. One of the top five books for me this year.
5 Stars read!!
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“IMPACT” by Haley Jenner is a MUST Read. This book was so moving and raw that I almost couldn’t finish it. This book has everything in a book that will have you turning the pages to find out what happens next. As for me, it had me mostly in tears, drinking glasses upon glasses of wine just trying to get a grip on my emotions. But all in all this book was very well written. Plot twists??? Yeah “impact” has those too. This book kept me on the edge of my seat, trash basket full of tissues next to me and family members constantly asking ” What the hell is wrong with you? Why do you keep on crying?”. I’ve read this book about two weeks ago and I’m still having discussions with my friends about it two weeks later. Awesome read, job well done. A phenomenal, suspenseful romance that will knock your socks off and leave you breathless for sure. Highly recommend that you read this one. Haley Jenner has really out done it with this one. Can’t wait for whats next.
One of the best books I’ve read this year, or perhaps even in the last year. Impact is a story that resonates, steals your heart, and leaves you hanging on to the hope that the future can bring.
F A B U L O U S
Have you heard of Haley Jenner before? I haven’t, and I tell you what, after reading their most recent release IMPACT I know exactly who they are now. HJ is a fabulous author duo that knows how to pull every emotion imaginable from your heart. They will break you down in ways you never thought possible and then build you up while filling your heart with a truly beautiful love story you won’t be able to forget.
Zoe is the true definition of strong and fierce, she’s a warrior through and through. Life has knocked her down to a point no one person should have to endure. Yet, she continually picks herself up in a way that is truly admirable. Her sense of “self” is badly bruised and damaged, but she keeps pushing herself to overcome her demons.
Tripp, Tripp, Tripp. This man is EVERYTHING a book boyfriend should be. He is honest, kind, patient and most of all a gentleman. His words to Zoe were so poetic and hit me in the heart right where it counts the most. The way he saw her through his eyes was simply beautiful. Zoe thought she was damaged, and Tripp’s continuous love and affection made her shine even more. They brought out the best in one another, seeing their relationship flourish was the stuff dreams are made of.
The banter and chemistry between these two were amazing. The stars aligned when these two met and it was a ride worth taking. Their journey was magical in every way. I highly recommend this book!
Once again Haley Jenner has written a book with such an emotional punch that I’m left reeling!
Impact deals with how one fights daily to survive traumatic events. You see the highs and the deep down lows, and how it is possible for one to prevail…to become a true warrior. It is about a love so deep that even our darkest demons cannot shroud us in blackness forever.
Zoe and Tripp have stolen my heart. The sweet and witty banter between them is endearing and made me outwardly smile and blush. Their love is one that can only be described as soul-searingly beautiful.
What a deeply profound and pertinent book. I cannot express to you the extraordinarily beautiful way Haley Jenner has depicted such a relevant and heartbreaking issue. They did it with such realism and care that it stole my tears and truly took my breath away.
This duo has once again proved why they are an automatic 1-click for me.
Standing ovation for TEAM HJ!
WOW, just WOW!!! I was given the honor of an ARC of this and was totally blown away! The first thing that came to mind was that the name of this book fits perfectly with the story. I believe certain people are brought into our lives to make an IMPACT and will forever change us when we need them to.
For Zoe one night had a huge impact on her life that she was struggling to get through.
Meeting Tripp and venturing out of her comfort zone was also a huge step for her to make in trying to regain a sense of normalcy her life again. No one knows what will happen or how it will affect your life until it happens to them.
“You See imperfections, I see the greatest parts of who you are”
The story is one to read and I just about read this in one sitting, but adulting got in the way of that happening. It has also taken me just over a day to try and do this one justice in a review. I will definately be reading more words from these authors!
“Love is the one thing we should fear most in this world. It has the ability to destroy. People give their life for it. They obsess over it, they let it consume them.”
This book….. Where do I even begin? Impact was a heartbreakingly beautiful, life changing, emotional journey that I’m not sure that I’ll ever recover from. Zoe’s journey was so moving, so powerful and haunting; your rooting for her, you cry for her / you cry with her. && Tripp was just so unique, authentic, patient and real. I honestly don’t have the correct words to really do any justice to how absolutely wonderful this story was…my heart has been broken, stomped on & put back together (it might be a little bruised) but put back together in the absolute best possible way. Please read Impact; every single word of this book was simply life changing.
Ten Star Read!!!!
I’ve been trying to write my review for a few days now and I really don’t know how to review this book that is so perfectly written.
Impact is a powerful, gut wrenching story that had me in tears and had my heart breaking for what Zoe had been through, her insecurities and the daily battle to beat the demons from her past. I just wanted to jump into the book and hug her and tell her how strong and amazing she really is. Tripp is my new favourite hero. He had my heart melting with his magical words and the way he sees things, his patience with Zoe to help her heal and to show her how to live and love again.
This is a story that is going to stay with me forever and is simply phenomenal!
I braced myself for Impact, and wow, it still did me in!! The horrific reality of Zoe’s past made her an empty, lost soul until all that is Tripp comes into her life. This book was so heartfelt and emotional! I felt everything down to my toes! Zoe showed her strength as she rediscovers what she’s really made of, and Tripp is so amazing! He’s the real deal, all a girl could ask for, and more. Their story was told in such a beautiful way, it really resonated with me on so many levels! I loved it so damn hard!
This is only the second book that i have read form Haley Jenner and i was not disappointed once again.
I wasn’t sure what to expect from Impact but what i got was nothing short of amazing writing and a fantastic story and real feel good book of someone overcoming trauma and thier fears.
Taylor/Zoe had been through something that every girl hoped never happens to them but unfortunately it happens more than you could imagine. This character was broken, felt soulless and just couldn’t get her self back into the world she knew before and i have never read a character so brave and so lost and alone but i loved reading her story and seeing her grow back to a little of who she was .
Tripp was another great character and what all book boyfriends should be about and the guy that everyone dreams of having, he is patient, kind and has a good heart and soul and i really love Tripp and is one of my fav book friends.
I absolutely loved this story of triumph and realising that you need people around to lift you up and surround you with love, there was some twists i didn’t see coming and some turns i thought i knew what was going to happen but i got it wrong and i loved this about this book.
If you love a heartbreaking story with feel good vibes and a story you won’t forget then you need to meet the whole gang of Rake, Rae, Tripp and Zoe and two book clubs.
Loved loved this book and it deserves 5 amazing stars
She stands in the courtroom to face him and tell her story, ensuring his removal from society.
But now hes free to live, to roam the streets again. She exists but is trapped in her mind, all progress made threatening to disintegrate.
Triggers surround her as she rejoins society and attempts to breathe. Her ghost becoming seen, the victim within her losing to an inner strength.
One coffee, one mishap and the strangers life becomes interesting. He watches her, recognises her pain and waits for her to come to him… but will she?
This book deals with a sensitive issue, and it’s so utterly heartbreaking. Tissues might be required you have been warned.
My heart splintered and shattered into a thousand tiny pieces, as Zoe opened up, and her story unfolded.
Shes utterly amazing and mesmerising, a true fighter, who never gave up.
I adored Tripp, hes the kind of guy we all dream of. Patient, kind, caring, and understanding. All wrapped up in a sexy package of a body.
They are like two dancers, who when they are solo are both slightly jaded, and move awkwardly, but put them together and they challenge each other to create a fluid joint movement, that’s both beautiful, harmonious and amazing.
They calm the storms that reside within and bring peace to each other.
A fantastic introduction to this author as I’ve never read them before. This book is one that I wont forget in a long time!
Impact – a marked effector influence
Impact – have a strong effect on someone or something
Impact – a powerful effect that something, especially something new, has on a situation or person.
These are the meanings of Impact. These meanings are how this book impacted me.
This book is raw, this book is emotional, this book gives you “all the feels”. It breaks you and puts you back together again.
This is the book that will stay with you always.
This book is the next book YOU HAVE TO READ.