Tricks — Content Guide for Parents
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Religious themes
PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
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New York Times bestselling author delivers a gripping new work of verse that tells five moving stories that remain separate at first, then interweave to tell a larger, powerful story--a story about making choices, taking leaps of faith, falling down, and growing up.
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.
Read by John Rubinstein, Robertson Dean, Alex Hyde-White, Stefan Rudnicki, Paul Boehmer, Jim Meskimen, Arthur Morey, Gabrielle de Cuir, and Justine Eyre
Laura Flanagan is a voice talent and audiobook narrator. She is the winner of three AudioFile Earphones Awards.
JORMA KAUKONEN has been one of the most highly respected interpreters of American roots music, blues, and Americana, and at the forefront of popular rock 'n roll. He is the founding member and guitarist of two legendary bands, Jefferson Airplane and the still touring Hot Tuna. He is a member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and a Grammy nominee. In addition to his work with Hot Tuna, Jorma has recorded more than a dozen solo albums. Jorma and his wife Vanessa operate Fur Peace Ranch Guitar Camp, one of the world's most unique centers for the study of guitar and other instruments.
Original bio sent from Cassandra:
Cassandra Campbell began doing voice overs as the voice for Calvin Klein's Italian commercials. This was followed by commercial and documentary recording in both English and Italian. She has recorded many audiobooks and has received several AudioFile Earphones Awards as well as an Audie(R) Award nomination. As an actress and director, she has worked at the Public, the Mint, the Berkshire Theatre Festival, Stagewest, Theatreworks, the Baltimore Shakespeare Festival, Millmountain Theatre, the National Shakespeare Company, and the New York Fringe Festival.
Frequently asked questions
Is Tricks appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book depicts instances of violence, including sexual assault, with one character being raped multiple times. The overall tone suggests a gritty portrayal of violence in the context of the characters' struggles. No elements of scary content were detected in the search results.
Does Tricks have violence?
The book depicts instances of violence, including sexual assault, with one character being raped multiple times. The overall tone suggests a gritty portrayal of violence in the context of the characters' struggles.
Does Tricks have scary content?
No elements of scary content were detected in the search results.
Does Tricks have religious themes?
The narrative includes references to religion being used as a weapon, particularly in the context of a character facing harsh treatment from fundamentalist parents. This suggests a critical framing of religious influence in the characters' lives.
Does Tricks have racial/cultural content?
No explicit themes of racism or race-related content were identified in the narrative.
Does Tricks have profanity?
The book contains harsh language throughout, reflecting the intense and gritty nature of the characters' experiences.
Does Tricks have climate change?
No themes related to climate or environmental issues were identified in the narrative.
Does Tricks have sexual identity?
The narrative addresses themes of teen prostitution and includes graphic depictions of sexual acts, including trading sex for money and drugs, as well as forced participation in pornographic films.
Does Tricks have gender roles?
The book explores themes related to gender roles, particularly in the context of sex trafficking and the experiences of both male and female characters. It addresses the complexities of gender dynamics within these situations.
Does Tricks have lgbtq+ themes?
The book features a character named Seth, who is a gay farm boy kicked off his family’s farm, highlighting LGBTQ+ themes within the narrative. The story explores his experiences and challenges in a world that marginalizes him.
