Glass (The Crank Series) — Content Guide for Parents
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PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
MP3 CD Format "Crank. Glass. Ice. Crystal. Whatever you call it, it’s all the same: a monster. And once it’s got hold of you, this monster will never let you go." A sequel to
Crank, this harrowing and disturbing look at addiction finds protagonist Kristina Snow thinking she can use drugs yet control the consequences. Now with a baby to care for, she’s determined to be the one deciding when and how much, the one calling the shots. But the monster is too strong and, before she knows it, Kristina is back in its grips. She needs the monster to keep going, to face the pressures of day-to-day life. She will do anything for it, including giving up the only thing that makes her truly happy.
About the Author
Ellen Hopkins edited and wrote short stores for small, alternative publisher before beginning her own novels. Now she is the New York Times bestselling author of Crank, Burned, Impulse, Glass, Identical, Tricks, Fallout, and Perfect. She lives with her family in Carson City, Nevada.
Frequently asked questions
Is Glass (The Crank Series) appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book depicts the violent and destructive nature of methamphetamine addiction, with Kristina losing control and spiraling into a dangerous lifestyle. This is framed as a cautionary tale about the impacts of addiction. The narrative includes intense themes of addiction and the psychological struggles associated with it, which may be considered scary or disturbing for some readers.
Does Glass (The Crank Series) have violence?
The book depicts the violent and destructive nature of methamphetamine addiction, with Kristina losing control and spiraling into a dangerous lifestyle. This is framed as a cautionary tale about the impacts of addiction.
Does Glass (The Crank Series) have scary content?
The narrative includes intense themes of addiction and the psychological struggles associated with it, which may be considered scary or disturbing for some readers.
Does Glass (The Crank Series) have religious themes?
No religious content or themes are present in the narrative of 'Glass'. The search results do not indicate any religious practices or beliefs.
Does Glass (The Crank Series) have racial/cultural content?
No race-related themes or discussions are present in the search results for 'Glass'. The content does not address issues of race or racism.
Does Glass (The Crank Series) have profanity?
The search results indicate that there is a significant amount of cursing in the book, which may not be suitable for all readers.
Does Glass (The Crank Series) have climate change?
No climate-related themes or discussions are present in the search results for 'Glass'. The content does not address environmental issues.
Does Glass (The Crank Series) have sexual identity?
Author is known for writing about sexual content, relationships, or abuse themes. No explicit sexual content is mentioned in the search results. The focus is on addiction rather than sexual themes.
Does Glass (The Crank Series) have gender roles?
The search results do not indicate any exploration of gender roles. The focus remains on addiction and its effects.
Does Glass (The Crank Series) have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are mentioned in the search results for 'Glass'. The content primarily focuses on addiction and its consequences.
