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Roxy by Neal and Jarrod Shusterman is a gripping tale that navigates the dangerous allure of addiction through the eyes of two siblings, Isaac and Ivy. As they struggle with personal challenges, personified drugs Roxy and Addison entice them into worlds of temptation and euphoria. The narrative unveils a dramatic exploration of the consequences of seeking escape through substances, highlighting the perils and poignant realities of addiction.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to gripping stories that tackle serious themes with a touch of suspense. It creatively explores the dangers and impact of addiction in a unique and thought-provoking way. If you appreciate books that blend reality with elements of fantasy and challenge you to think deeply about current societal issues, this one could be for you.

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Roxy

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A chilling take on the opioid epidemic by the New York Times bestselling Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman.

Above our world is a toxic wonderland where the party has raged for centuries.

Humans know the partygoers simply as “narcotics”, “opioids”, “drugs”. But here they are malevolent gods, toying with the fates of mortals. Roxy and Addison have made a wager to see who can be lethal the quickest.

Isaac and Ivy Ramey are their targets. Ivy is understimulated and overmedicated. Isaac is desperate to recover from a sports injury that jeopardises his chance of a scholarship. This is the start of a race to the bottom that will determine life and death. One Ramey will land on their feet. The other will be lost to the Party.

The only question is... Which one?

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Roxy by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman is acclaimed for its fresh take on the familiar subject of drugs and addiction in young adult fiction. Reviewers highlight its engaging storytelling and the way it tackles complacency around addiction, offering gentle advice on warning signs and prevention.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781406392128

Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 11 November 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Walker Books Ltd

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 270g

Pages: 400

About the Author

Neal Shusterman is a New York Times bestselling author whose books include the acclaimed Arc of a Scythe series (Scythe, Thunderhead and The Toll) and Dry, as well as the Unwind series and Challenger Deep, which won a National Book Award. He also writes screenplays for film and television, for shows such as Goosebumps and Animorphs. Follow him on Twitter: @NealShusterman

Jarrod Shusterman writes for film and television, and his talents extend to directing films and commercials. He and Neal are adapting Dry for the screen. Jarrod lives in Los Angeles but enjoys traveling internationally, and is currently studying Spanish. He can be found on Instagram @JarrodShusterman.

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