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Crank is a novel by Ellen Hopkins published in 2004. It is based loosely on the real life addictions of the author's daughter to crystal meth. The book is required reading in "many high schools, as well as many drug and drug court programs."
Oct 1, 2004 · Based on Ellen Hopkins' real-life battle with her daughter's addiction, Crank gives a voice to the voicelessness of drug addiction. Instead of opting for a trite memoir, Hopkins beautifully embroils readers in her daughter's struggles.
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Aug 6, 2013 · Crank (The Crank Trilogy) Paperback – August 6, 2013. by Ellen Hopkins (Author) 4.6 2,837 ratings. Book 1 of 3: Crank. Teachers' pick. See all formats and editions. The #1 New York Times bestselling tale of addiction—the first in the Crank trilogy—from master poet Ellen Hopkins. Life was good.
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Crank began as a personal exploration of the “why’s” behind my daughter’s decisions, and what part I might have played in them. By writing the story from “my daughter’s” perspective, I learned a lot, both about her, and about myself.
CRANK A New York Times bestseller, is loosely based on my older daughter’s story of addiction to crystal meth. Released in October 2004, the novel, my first, quickly found a following, due to its timely subject matter, interesting format and honest portrayal of a “good girl’s” fall from grace.
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. Through a boy, Bree meets the monster: crank.
- Ellen Hopkins
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Jun 20, 2008 · The #1 New York Times bestselling tale of addiction—the first in the Crank trilogy—from master poet Ellen Hopkins. Life was good. before I. met. the monster. After, life.
