“I need to capture my sprite with trembling hands. Except I could crush her. Wonder how many small things of beauty - flowers, seashells, dragonflies - have met such a demise. Wonder how much fragile love has collapsed beneath the weight of confession.”
As a highly ambiguous title, Fallout corresponds to several distinct literary works rather than a single narrative. In the realm of young adult fiction, the title is associated with both a novel written in verse addressing the generational impact of addiction, and a historical thriller centered around the domestic anxieties of the Cold War era. The title is also utilized by science fiction narratives, often tying into post-apocalyptic franchises, as well as non-fiction and graphic novels examining the history of nuclear energy. Without a specific author attached, a book titled Fallout generally explores the literal or metaphorical aftermath of a devastating occurrence, emphasizing how individuals or societies navigate the lingering effects of catastrophic circumstances. more
Ellen Hopkins is an American novelist known for her poetry-in-prose novels. Her works often tackle issues affecting teenagers, such as drug abuse, domestic violence, and self-harm. Hopkins' writing style is distinctive, appreciated for its direct and candid narrative. more
“Was it frisson when you saw a guy smile and it made your heart act all weird?”
“Sometimes what you want is right in front of you. All you have to do is open your eyes and see it.”
“Christmas is never over,unless you want it to be... Christmas is a state of mind.”
“He liked the loneliness of inner space, the sense of being forgotten by the world.”