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Crank (The Crank Series) — Content Guide for Parents

By Ellen HopkinsHighbridge Audio and Blackstone Publishing2021-03-01ISBN 97816651661191 pages
Crank (The Crank Series)

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Contains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.

About this book

MP3 CD Format Kristina Georgia Snow is the perfect daughter: gifted high school junior, quiet, never any trouble. But on a trip to visit her absentee father, she meets a boy who introduces her to crank. At first she finds it freeing, but soon Kristina's personality disappears inside the drug. What began as a wild, ecstatic ride turns into a struggle through hell for her mind, her soul, and her life.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Crank (The Crank Series) appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The narrative includes themes of violence, including a character who is a rapist and the protagonist's struggles with addiction leading to dangerous situations. The book addresses serious issues surrounding addiction and its consequences. The narrative is described as disturbing, chronicling the protagonist's addiction to methamphetamine and the resulting turmoil in her life, which can be considered scary for the target audience.

  • Does Crank (The Crank Series) have violence?

    The narrative includes themes of violence, including a character who is a rapist and the protagonist's struggles with addiction leading to dangerous situations. The book addresses serious issues surrounding addiction and its consequences.

  • Does Crank (The Crank Series) have scary content?

    The narrative is described as disturbing, chronicling the protagonist's addiction to methamphetamine and the resulting turmoil in her life, which can be considered scary for the target audience.

  • Does Crank (The Crank Series) have religious themes?

    No religious content or themes are detected in the search results for 'Crank'.

  • Does Crank (The Crank Series) have racial/cultural content?

    No explicit themes of race or racism are detected in the search results for 'Crank'.

  • Does Crank (The Crank Series) have profanity?

    No explicit mention of profanity in the search results. The focus is primarily on the themes of addiction and its consequences.

  • Does Crank (The Crank Series) have climate change?

    No themes related to climate or environmental issues are present in the search results for 'Crank'.

  • Does Crank (The Crank Series) have sexual identity?

    The book contains sexual content, including a depiction of rape and discussions about being forced into sex. It explores the protagonist's turbulent relationship with drugs and sexuality.

  • Does Crank (The Crank Series) have gender roles?

    No specific gender roles or themes related to gender expectations are mentioned in the search results.

  • Does Crank (The Crank Series) have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are explicitly mentioned in the search results related to the narrative of 'Crank'.