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Beneath a meth moon

Beneath a meth moon

an elegy
YA ContemporaryYoung Adult
Pages
188
Published
2012
Language
English

Synopsis

After losing her mother and grandmother in Hurricane Katrina, a young girl turns to crystal meth to cope with her overwhelming grief. She soon finds herself battling a powerful addiction, struggling to reclaim her life and find a path to healing. This story explores her difficult journey toward recovery and self-discovery.

Prose complexity
4/10

Vibe

SadEmotionalGritty
Coming of AgeSurvivalRedemption Arc

Genres

YA Contemporary Young Adult

Authors

C
Cassandra Campbell

Cassandra Campbell writes powerful fiction such as Radiant Days and Beneath a meth moon, often examining contemporary life with a keen eye. She also offers sharp social and political insights in her non-fiction works like The age of American unreason.

J
Jacqueline Woodson

Jacqueline Woodson is the author of the Newbery Honor book Brown Girl Dreaming, a memoir in verse. She writes for children and adults, often exploring themes of family, identity, and belonging. Her work has earned many awards and is a favorite among readers.

Characters

All characters in Beneath a meth moon