First published 1996
Seventh-grader Crash Coogan is the ultimate school jock, running over anyone who gets in his way - especially the dweeby vegetarian Quaker kid next door. But when a devastating accident flips Crash's world upside down, he's forced to confront the true cost of his bullying ways. As Crash struggles to find his place in a changed social landscape, he discovers unexpected connections and the hidden humanity in those he's trampled. This beloved modern classic offers a rare, humanizing glimpse into the life of a bully.
Genres: coming-of-age, contemporary, adolescence
Vibes: emotional, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
Paperback · Knopf