Glass (Crank, #2)
Glass (Crank, #2)
Fiction | Poem | Published in 2007
Book Brief
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Poem • Fiction
Contemporary
2007
16-18 years
HL600L
Super Short Summary
Glass by Ellen Hopkins is a novel written in verse that follows a teen's struggle with addiction. As the sequel to Crank, it continues the protagonist's journey, depicting the challenges and consequences of methamphetamine use on personal and familial relationships.
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Review Roundup
Glass by Ellen Hopkins captivates readers with its raw poetic style and unflinching portrayal of addiction's grip. The novel's fragmented structure is both praised for its emotional impact and critiqued for potential disorientation. Characters are vividly realized, though some find the relentless darkness overwhelming. Hopkins' sequel delivers a powerful, if harrowing, continuation.
Who Should Read Glass (Crank, #2)?
Readers who would enjoy Glass by Ellen Hopkins are typically teens and young adults interested in gritty, realistic fiction about addiction and personal struggle. Comparable to fans of Go Ask Alice and Crank, these readers appreciate raw, emotional narratives delivered through a free verse format.
73,087 ratings
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Poem • Fiction
Contemporary
2007
16-18 years
HL600L
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