Roxy
Roxy
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Suburbia, USA • Contemporary
2021
14-18 years
Super Short Summary
Roxy by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman delves into the lives of two teenagers, Isaac and Ivy, who come face-to-face with their respective struggles when interacting with substances personified as individuals, Roxy and Addison. The book examines the impact of these interactions on their lives and relationships.
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Review Roundup
Roxy by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman offers a unique and darkly imaginative take on drug addiction, personifying substances to explore their impact. Readers appreciate its creative storytelling and timely themes, but some criticize its pacing and character development. Overall, it's a thought-provoking read that tackles important issues with originality.
Who Should Read Roxy?
A reader who would enjoy Roxy by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman is likely an older teen or young adult who appreciates gripping, thought-provoking novels that tackle contemporary issues. Fans of Crank by Ellen Hopkins and Go Ask Alice will find this book's exploration of substance abuse and its effects compelling.
6,700 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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Roxy is a collaborative work by father-son duo Neal and Jarrod Shusterman, marking another joint venture following their popular novel Dry.
The book explores the topical issue of substance dependence and gives voice to drugs themselves, portrayed with unique personification and depth.
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The authors aim to shed light on the complexities of addiction with insights drawn from Jarrod Shusterman's degree in Clinical Psychology, blending personal knowledge into the narrative.
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Novel • Fiction
Suburbia, USA • Contemporary
2021
14-18 years
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