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“Defiance rose up like vomit. I swung back and yelled, "Don't ever do that again!”

Quote by Ellen Hopkins

Work

In 'Burned,' readers are taken on a journey through a world ravaged by disaster, where characters struggle to navigate a harsh, unforgiving landscape. The narrative explores themes of resilience, adaptation, and the human spirit's capacity to overcome adversity. more

Author

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

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