Shuffle an Impulse

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About Shuffle an Impulse

A world-class athlete confronts the Mind Games! This gritty and fascinating journey follows the struggles of a world-class athlete resisting the brain disorder that provokes violent behavior. He fights for control of his mind while he trains for Olympic Gold. Sonny Bones awakens each morning locked in battle - good on one side, evil on the other. An imaginary voice screams in his brain while his tortured mind struggles with ethical and moral choices only he can make. "Kill a friend," it whispers, "and we'll release you from all this pain." His life spirals downward and out of control. Homelessness, drug abuse, jail cells and treatment centers punctuate his journey. An extraordinary tale, illustrating one young athlete's dedication and perseverance, and his will to win. Review: Incarcerated within a high security facility, Walter Ferguson serves out four life terms for murders he committed protecting himself from imaginary demons. Miles distant, a young Olympic contender sprints ever faster along a forest trail in a fruitless attempt to still the malicious voices in his head. A riveting, eye-opening journey through the devastation wrought by delusional minds that grabs you by the seat of your pants and never lets go!!" J. Lacy Coughlan, Author - Editor Review: A heart-rending and compelling story of a promising athlete besieged with mental anguish. An imaginary but demanding demonic voice thrives in his mind. Sonny spirals downward into violence, drug abuse and treatment centers. William Delorey paints a poignant picture of a life filled with confusion and delusions that leaves you an intimate connection with a young man and his struggles." Susan W. Carr, Librarian

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