Literary FictionYoung Adult
A runaway girl in NYC falls into child prostitution, grappling with abuse and survival in a haunting tale.
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A runaway girl in NYC falls into child prostitution, grappling with abuse and survival in a haunting tale.
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A riveting and powerful story of a runaway girl lured into prostitution in New York City, perfect for fans of Ellen Hopkins and Patricia McCormick. What do you do if you're in trouble? When Michelle runs away from her drug-addicted mother, she has just enough money to make it to New York City, where she hopes to move in with a friend. But once she arrives at the bustling Port Authority, she is confronted with the terrifying truth: She is alone and out of options. Then she meets Devon, a good-loo...
What's Inside
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Sexual content
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Frequent references to sexual exploitation; on-page coercion in prostitution context.
Violence & gore
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Moderate violence related to abuse and control in prostitution setting.
Profanity
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Moderate use of strong language fitting the gritty tone and setting.
Substance use
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Drug addiction themes with cautionary portrayal; some drug use depicted.
LGBTQ+ Rep.
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No evidence found in available sources.
Religious content
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No religious themes present.
Magic & witchcraft
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No fantasy magic present.
Occult / demonology
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No occult content present.
Political content
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Minor social commentary on systemic issues like poverty and exploitation.
Self-harm / suicide
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Brief mentions of despair; possible ideation in context of trauma.
Abuse & suffering
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Extreme focus on child prostitution, coercion, and emotional/physical abuse.
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