I'm just about to finish Jennifer Donnelly's Revolution. I'm trying to savor the ending because I've loved this book so much that I don't want it to end. In this tale of historical fiction, Andi- a 21st century young woman, is dealing with her own problems when she is made to travel to Paris with her estranged father. There, while researching her thesis, Andi finds a connection to another young woman from 200 years ago named Alex, and is transformed to the world of the French Revolution. It is a time of fear and danger. Alex has been companion to Louis-Charles, the dauphin (heir to the throne of France). His parents have already become victims of the dreaded guillotine and he is to be next. Alex's love for Louis-Charles seems to transport Andi to a place and time where she can learn to face her own 21st century demons.

OK- so I finished Fallout in just over 3 hours over the weekend. Having read Crank and Glass, and having met Ellen Hopkins and learned about her personal connection to the story, I was prepared for a powerful book. Fallout is the story of 3 of Kristina's children- Hunter, Autumn and Summer- and how their mother's addiction to meth stunted their emotional growth. All three stuggle in their lives and it becomes very evident that bad choices are still being made. It's sad, but it's also a cautionary tale- a warning. Please head the warning!
I am still amazed at Ellen Hopkins' ability to write her stories in verse, but honestly, half the time I was so engrossed in the story that I had to stop to notice- that's how well it flows. Also being one of the thickest books in the library- 3 hours to read!? Don't judge a book by its size- if it's a good one, you're going to want it to be longer anyway!