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The True Meaning of "Compulsion"

Have you ever had a craving for a certain type of food? Perhaps an overwhelming urge to bungee jump? What causes us to feel these overwhelming feelings? You may feel that these are trivial examples of “testing fate,” but think about it. You’re probably rationalizing that while people get cravings or urges, they can control them.

Some can control it, others can’t. Many over eaters eat to the point of excess which jeopardizes their health. Many bungee jump, taking needless chances for that “extra adrenaline ” rush. Some have died from this activity. All in the name of urges, cravings, etc.

Consider the fact that your urges take an expected turn. I never said that people with mental illness didn’t have urges. What about those with a criminal mind? Those are the most frightening people to consider as their minds are capable of going to a much darker and morbid area than most people. And, those who are vulnerable, such as older people, women and children become prey.

This basic element of urges that is in all of us is what makes the book “Compulsion” so intriguing and frightening. While most of us recognize “normal” urges or cravings, some people cannot distinguish the difference. And, the heroine in this thriller, Emily Stone, is the one who is able to summon the courage to stop those who have a criminal Compulsion. Who knew a definition could lend itself to one of the most intriguing thrillers?

COM·PUL·SION Pronunciation: \kəm-ˈpəl-shən\ Function: noun 1 a: an act of compelling: the state of being compelled b: a force that compels2: an irresistible persistent impulse to perform an act; also: the act itself

You'll never look at the definition of Compulsion in the same way after reading the book. That's a promise.