Crank

Ellen Hopkins

This gripping novel in verse plunges into the destructive allure of crystal meth, personified as a seductive monster that consumes a young woman's life. As Kristina succumbs to the drug's power, she transforms into Bree, a dangerous alter-ego who navigates a treacherous world of addiction and risky relationships. The narrative unflinchingly explores themes of identity, betrayal, and the desperate search for connection amidst the ruins of self-destruction. Hopkins's raw and visceral poetry captures the harrowing descent into addiction with unflinching honesty, leaving a profound impact on the reader.

Ellen Hopkins

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.

Ellen Hopkins

In the gripping conclusion to the acclaimed trilogy, the children of Kristina Snow grapple with the devastating legacy of their mother's long-term addiction. Separated and struggling, Hunter, Autumn, and Summer each navigate their own paths toward love and belonging, yet find themselves inextricably drawn back to the mother they barely know. As their stories unfold, they must confront the cycle of dependency that has defined their lives, seeking strength not only in each other but within themselves. Told through distinct voices and interwoven with news reports that frame their family's tragedy, this novel powerfully illustrates that addiction's impact extends far beyond the individual, offering a raw and hopeful testament to the possibility of breaking free.