Triangles: A Novel

`Triangles' is the first adult novel that Ellen Hopkins has written and I think it was absolutely brilliant. `Triangles' was the story of three women whose lives connect in multiple ways, some of those ways being through friendship, tragedy, and family. As these stories unfolded I really got pulled into their worlds and I couldn't get enough. Each individual story is amazing in its own way. Marissa's story broke my heart but I think it was beautifully written and it touched me on many levels. I couldn't imagine going through what her family had to and I realize so many families out there do, which is just so devastating. It's a real eye opener and I hope more people will read this book if simply for that reason. I feel for Andrea, she is a very strong woman who continues to get dealt a bad hand. However throughout it all she knows her daughter is all that matters, even when she stumbles into some really bad habits involving a friend's husband. Holly however is a bit of a wild child still and if I want to be completely honest there was a few times I wanted to smack her but her story was still very entertaining and sometimes bordered on being raunchy. Overall this book was brilliant; the writing took some amazing talent and I was addicted to it. I finished it in two days. I literally couldn't put down. Ellen Hopkins has done it again, if you haven't read any of her books, you don't know what you are missing. These will one day be considered classics as far as I am concerned. So if you haven't read her work, do it now, trust me you won't be disappointed. `Triangles' was an amazing novel and I would recommend it to everyone.

Another wonderful novel from my favorite author! Miss Hopkins once again captures reality in the realist possible way. She doesn't shy away from harsh topics. I love the fact that all of her novels are written in verse. This way of writing somehow makes her stories even more poignant than traditionally written novels that tackle similar topics. Hers is the only form of poetry that I am remotely interested in, let alone captivated by.

*4.5*i really enjoyed this book. a lot of the reviews seemed negative about the few explicit sex scenes or just that character in general but i felt that all three characters were great portrayals of the real frustrations that people have in life and yes some of the seemingly inappropriate ways that some people deal with that. it was just such a real and visceral feeling book and i just love the way that hopkins makes the verse style of writing really work. after one YA and then this book by her i'm definitely going to go back and read more. her writing just amazes me, especially the way she can make the characters come alive each in their own unique ways and again the verse style just adds to that. i definitely consider myself a fan now. and even though obviously most of the subjects written about can be hard to read you're just so drawn in that you have to keep reading even if you feel uncomfortable. just an amazing author!!

Being a huge Ellen Hopkins fan, I would recommend this book to ANYONE who is a Hopkins fan! This book is written towards adults with adult themes in sex, love, and relationships. It is really a great read though, written in verse prose. Focusing on the lives of three women in three different situations - Holly, a stay at home Mom who seeks love outside of marriage after shedding 60 pounds, Andrea - a single mom searching for love who spends much of the novel who watches her best friend Holly endure her break down, and Marissa, Holly's sister, whose marriage is falling apart as she prepares to lose her sick daughter and deal with her gay teenage son. With each of these three women's lives intertwining and affecting each other, it is an amazing story! I would recommend this novel to any adult who is looking for an interesting read or an avid Hopkins fan!

The sheer poetic format of this book makes it a wonder to read. Add three women's lives and love or search for love...and sex as their situations challenge them to make changes, and you have a startling revelation of a read. It is so good, so filled with thoughtful, poetic, sometimes poignant reflections that I must read it again both to savor the brilliance and to reflect upon the reflections. Explore life with Missy, Andrea, and Holly, their spouses, children and lovers and delve into your own challenges, desires, and dreams.

love Ellen Hopkins, this book is real, a bit dirty, and in parts very sad.

I've read a few of Hopkins YA novels and really liked them. Not every one loves the poem/prose style, but I think it's quite refreshing. However, as an "adult" novelist... meh, I don't know. The story here felt really forced, like she was trying too hard to make it "sexy" and "adult". I would read another one of her YA novels before I'd pick up an adult one.

excellent book

Triangles was a surprise to me as it was written in poetic style--yet it read like a novel..This book is more for young women or teenagers.I found it interesting and read it easily after adjusting to the poetic set up of the pages..

I chose this book because I loved her teen books including crank, glass, tricks, and perfect. This book tells the story of the parents of the teens in one of her newer novels, tilt. It's an excellent read, written in blank verse like Hopkins' other books.Although I'm in my 20s and really enjoyed the book, I would especially recommend it to married woman, especially those who might be having some trouble with your relationship. The book really makes you realize you could have it worse!

I am happy with it.

book in great condition and a good read