Slammed: A Novel

Written by Colleen Hoover

Narrated by Heidi Baker

From #1 New York Times bestselling author of It Starts with Us and It Ends with Us, Colleen Hoover’s romantic, emotion-packed debut novel unforgettably captures all the magic and confusion of first love, as two young people forge an unlikely bond before discovering that fate has other plans for them.

Following the unexpected death of her father, eighteen-year-old Layken becomes the rock for both her mother and younger brother. She appears resilient and tenacious, but inside, she's losing hope. Then she meets her new neighbor Will, a handsome twenty-one-year-old whose mere presence leaves her flustered and whose passion for poetry slams thrills her.

Not long after a heart-stopping first date during which each recognizes something profound and familiar in the other, they are slammed to the core when a shocking discovery brings their new relationship to a sudden halt. Daily interactions become impossibly painful as they struggle to find a balance between the feelings that pull them together and the forces that tear them apart. Only through the poetry they share are they able to speak the truth that is in their hearts and imagine a future where love is cause for celebration, not regret.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio
• Release date: Sep 20, 2022
• ISBN: 9781797154336

Colleen Hoover

Colleen Hoover is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of more than twenty-three novels, including It Starts with Us, It Ends with Us, All Your Perfects, Ugly Love, and Verity. Colleen lives in Texas with her husband and their three boys. For more information, please visit ColleenHoover.com.

Reviews for Slammed

[k george · Rating: 2 out of 5 stars]

I usually love Colleen Hoover books but this one felt a bit too Highschool for me. There was ZERO spice and honestly not even that much tension so it felt a little flat. I kept waiting and waiting for something, ANYTHING to happen and it didn’t.

[Leah Earl · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

I love Colleen Hoovers books. This one just wasn’t for me and that’s ok!

[aleksandra shand · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

I loved the story however it was hard to think like a 18 year old. I thought Lake was acting very childish and immature. Will was too. I would say it’s a book for teens.

[Ashley Rasor · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Beautiful book. One of my favorites. Must read! Definitely a tear jerker

[Monica Darwish · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

A little cheesy at small moments. But over all a good heartwarming story ?

[Paulina Zepeda · Rating: 2 out of 5 stars]

Not a book I’d recommend. I found I was unable to connect with the main character and the whole story had a high school/teen vibe I did not enjoy.

[karrie · Rating: 1 out of 5 stars]

If I didn't know better I would think a just finished a book by a third grader. It's absolutely the worst book I have ever read.

[Elana ( Louise Ann) Cohn · Rating: 2 out of 5 stars]

Depth- it had none.
A piece of easygoing romantic fantasy, forgotten tomorrow.

[Melissa · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

As usual, Colleen has outdone herself. This was filled with tears of happiness and sadness. Loss and frustration. Hope and healing.

[Maureen Mantrop-Utterback · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

I liked the story idea. Aside from that, in today’s world Will would have ended up in jail. The character of Lake seemed mainly too immature to have an adult romantic relationship. Thought it odd that her graduation was not addressed but Will’s was

[Tonya Barker · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This book was really good, it had me hooked from the first paragraph.

[Lety Rodriguez · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

The mother - daughter relationship was sweet and heart felt

[Cynthia Jordan · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

this book was beautiful opened up my mind to a lot of things I like how honest lake was with herself and everybody around her

[Dana Skeen Lomba · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Great book and already on to the next! Colleen is the best

[Jen Peres · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

The beginning was very hard and felt immature. Got to chapter 6 and couldn’t quit listening.

[Heather Atkins · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This book tugged at my heart! I absolutely fell in love with it!

[Lorinda Keller · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Great read. Beautifully wrote story and a real ending most of us can relate to. I would definitely recommend.

[Lisa Mudge · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Beautiful story about love and life! Thank you Colleen for pulling on my heart strings!

[hwqt6xyzkv · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Genuine story. Loved it. 100% recommend. Listened to it in 2 days

[Jeannie Bruce · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This book was definitely good. It held my attention enjoyed listening to it.

[Katie Emery · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Amazing book and it wasn’t to mature which I liked and it was such a quick read and enjoyable

[Lucero · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Not me crying at the end lol I wish it was a little longer about their lifes after… good story though.

[Vonda Walters · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I laughed and cried listening to this beautifully written book that deals with loss in such a tremendous way.

[nina · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Now words to describe to just how beautiful this book is. I feel you’d need to experience it yourself. Trust me, it’s worth it.

[rayona lovely · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Seriously a wonderful novel. I cried several times. I loved it

[Um Kulthum Mmari · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

Wasn't too wowed by this book, although I love Colleen Hoover's books. This felt too high school for me.

[Dee Neise Hurd · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

The fact that it was a true clean adult romance. I love it that it had an everyday story line tat was real and relatable.

[tiffany Stephens · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This was a pull at the heartstrings book truly amazing

[Margaret Williams · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

A really good read about relationships , love and family

[Stephanie Arnow · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Loved the story, but not the reader! The pronunciation of “y’all” made it feel very foreign and weird. She also made it feel way more immature and un-poetic.

Highly recommend READING this one, not listening.