The Crank series by Ellen Hopkins offers a raw and honest look into the life of Kristina Snow, a teenager who falls into the grip of crystal meth addiction. Based loosely on the real-life experiences of Hopkins' own daughter, this gripping trilogy explores the transformation of Kristina from a straight-A student to someone struggling with the monstrous effects of drugs. Over the course of three books, readers are taken on an emotional roller coaster as Kristina, also known as Bree, navigates love, heartbreak, and the harsh realities of addiction. The narrative is delivered in a distinct, poetic style that captures the intensity and chaos of Kristina’s descent into darkness. Despite the heavy themes, the story is a powerful reminder of resilience and the never-ending battle against addiction.
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Kristina Georgia Snow is the perfect daughter: gifted high school junior, quiet, never any trouble. But on a trip to visit her absentee father, Kristina disappears and Bree takes her place. Bree is the exact opposite of Kristina -- she's fearless. Th... Read more
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Kristina is determined to defeat her crystal-meth addiction in order to keep her newborn child, but when she is unable to manage her use of the drug and the pull becomes too strong, her greatest fears are quickly realized. Read more
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Written in free verse, explores how three teenagers try to cope with the consequences of their mother's addiction to crystal meth and its effects on their lives. Read more
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