Hardcover book, Tricks by Ellen Hopkins, First Edition

Tricks is a young adult novel by Ellen Hopkins published in 2009 by Margaret K. McElderry Books. Written in Hopkins' signature verse format, the book tells the interconnected stories of five teenagers who become involved in prostitution in Las Vegas. The novel addresses serious themes including human trafficking, addiction, and survival, and is part of Hopkins' body of work exploring difficult issues facing contemporary youth. First edition hardcovers of Ellen Hopkins novels are sought after by collectors of young adult literature and fans of verse novels. The book appeals to readers interested in contemporary social issues, poetry-format narratives, and collectors of first edition young adult fiction from notable authors.