Tricks
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2009
656
Novel • Fiction
USA • 2000s
2009
YA
18+ years
HL590L
Tricks by Ellen Hopkins tells the stories of five teenagers—Eden, Seth, Cody, Whitney, and Ginger—who face various personal struggles, including religious oppression, grappling with sexuality, family issues, and abuse. Their separate paths converge as they become involved in prostitution, each seeking escape or survival, ultimately navigating the harsh realities of their circumstances. This book contains themes of sexual abuse and substance addiction.
Dark
Emotional
Gritty
Unnerving
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Ellen Hopkins' Tricks is a compelling exploration of five teens grappling with difficult life choices and turbulent circumstances. Enthusiastic readers commend its raw, authentic storytelling and emotional intensity. However, some critique it for its graphic content and occasional predictability. Overall, it’s a bold narrative that resonates deeply, yet may not suit every reader.
A reader who would enjoy Tricks by Ellen Hopkins is typically a young adult (YA) interested in gritty, realistic fiction involving complex social issues and emotional struggles. Fans of Crank by Ellen Hopkins or Go Ask Alice by Anonymous, who appreciate verse novels and intense, raw storytelling, will likely find this book compelling.
40,703 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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656
Novel • Fiction
USA • 2000s
2009
YA
18+ years
HL590L
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