Unlocked

A story of unexpected friendship and the courage to defy expectations

By: Karen Kingsbury

Narrated by: Roxanne Hernandez

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Karen Kingsbury comes a moving small-town story about an unlikely friendship between a popular cheerleader and a teenage boy with autism--and the miracle that unfolds when someone dares to take a stand.

Holden Harris may live in a quiet, private world of his own, but inside, he's happy and connected. At eighteen, though, his autism makes him a target of daily bullying at school. When Ella Reynolds--part of the in-crowd and star of the drama production--discovers that Holden was once her childhood best friend, she begins to see beyond the labels. Drawn together by music and a shared past, Ella risks her popularity to stand against cruelty, even when it means confronting her own boyfriend and peers.

Inspiring and heartfelt, Unlocked is a powerful reminder of the difference one person's courage can make. With a reading group guide and a personal letter from the author, this standalone novel is perfect for book clubs and makes a meaningful gift for readers who believe in the power of friendship, faith, and miracles.

Great Book!!

This was a book chosen for our book club and it was a sad sweet story.

A story of understanding

Would you listen to Unlocked again? Why?

Yes, I would because it held a lot of information and the scenes that were wrote had lots of feelings and things that any human could relate and could identify with on a normal day to day situation.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Unlocked?

I think the part where he actually performed on stage. It was the moment that the entire book lead up to...

What about Roxanne Hernandez’s performance did you like?

She put lots of feeling into her reading. She created moments where she made her voice and her dynamics fit the exact expressions of what was written. I could actually visualize the countenance on some of the characters faces just by listening and hearing the words and her intonations.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

No, not really because there were extreme sad moments in my opinion, where I needed to take time and move onto something else in my day. It actually took me a few weeks to finish listening to this book...

Any additional comments?

Overall this was a wonderful book. I really felt like I was in the mind of the autistic boy. I did feel however that the book was never going to come to an end. It seemed like it could have concluded a few chapters earlier then it actually did. I would recommend this book to anyone.

A story line to show how to love and live

This is the best book I have ever read. My prayer is to live with more people like Ella and Holden. Thank you for writing such a beautiful story.

This was a simple and sweet book. Heartwarming.

At first, I was afraid this book would be full of clichés. However, after the first few chapters when everyone had been introduced, the story definitely improved. This story flows well, and progressed gradually(which I prefer). I believe this to be an easier book to follow along with as an audio book.

unblocked

I've had this book in my library for awhile. I thought I had already listening to this book. I was listening throug the Baxter's series. I enjoyed this book.

Wonderfull Story

I loved everything about this book. The story, the reality, the hope and compassion, the faith, the real struggles of kids and adults, and the message of love and kindness needed for all people.

Heart filling story

The story glorified the Lord and showed that those with autism can come out. It’s a story that demonstrates bullies can also change.

Fabulous Heartwarming Story

Loved this book! Karen Kingsbury does it again! A Wonderful story of reaching into an Autistic young man. Dealing with bullying.
NGO in schooli I i

The Opening of Prison Doors the

The book held my attention.
The suicide portion was realistically presented.
Unconditional Love shown

Love in its purist form

Grab a box of Kleenex and be prepared for your heart to be forever changed!