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The Edge Is Gone

A Teenage Descent Into Addiction and The Fight to Belong

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The Edge Is Gone

By: Jeffrey Simmons
Narrated by: Elizabeth Stockton
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Summary

When the noise never stops, how far would you go to find silence?

Clara lives in Charleston, West Virginia, where the golden dome of the Capitol shines bright against the Kanawha River. But inside her home, the glow has long since dimmed—replaced by fights that shake the floorboards and a loneliness that clings like smoke.

One night by the river, Clara makes a choice that changes everything. A tiny blue pill promises escape, belonging, and a chance to quiet the relentless storm inside her head. What begins as a thrill soon becomes a tether, pulling her deeper into shadows she swore she'd never touch.

As friendships fracture, secrets unravel, and the city streets close in, Clara teeters on the edge of losing herself completely. To break free, she must face the hardest fight of all—not against her parents, not against her friends, but against the part of herself that believes she'll never be enough without the numbness.

The Edge Is Gone is a raw, cinematic coming-of-age story about addiction, identity, and the desperate fight to belong. Gritty, emotional, and unforgettable, it's perfect for fans of Crank by Ellen Hopkins, Go Ask Alice, and readers who believe redemption is always worth the struggle.

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I was deeply affected by the emotional weight of this audiobook and the honesty it seems to bring to such a difficult subject. A story about addiction and the longing to belong can easily hit hard, and this one gives the impression of being intense, human, and emotionally revealing. What stands out most is the sense that it is not only about struggle, but also about vulnerability, identity, and the need for connection. A gripping listen for anyone drawn to stories that explore the harder edges of growing up with courage and emotional depth.

Raw & Powerful Story of Pain, Identity, & Survival

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This audiobook was emotional, gripping, and incredibly well done. Clara’s struggle with addiction and her need to feel accepted felt heartbreakingly authentic, and the story never lost its emotional impact. I really appreciated how honest and human the writing felt. The narration brought so much depth to the characters and made the experience even more immersive. It’s the kind of audiobook that pulls you in quickly and stays with you after it’s over. A moving and unforgettable listen that handles difficult topics with both honesty and hope.

A Powerful Story That Felt Painfully Real

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This visceral tale will take you into the heavy depths of addiction and despair. The Edge Is Gone by Jeffrey Simmons delves into themes of loneliness, heartbreak, and trying to dull the pain. It follows Clara in Charleston as she spirals from stress relief into full-blown addiction.

The audiobook doesn’t glorify drug use; instead, it focuses on the emotion that leads you there. Wanting to make the noise stop, feel less pressure, and belong somewhere. It really drives home the helplessness that can come with teenage years.

Elizabeth Stockton’s narration really adds gravity to Clara’s story, making her addiction feel more personal.

Raw, Emotional, and Uncomfortably Real

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