Chris Crutcher

4 summariesThriller, Fantasy, Science Fiction

Chris Crutcher is a renowned author of young adult fiction, celebrated for his realistic and often humorous portrayals of adolescent life. His notable works, including "Running Loose," "Staying Fat for Sarah Byrnes," and "Whale Talk," tackle complex themes of identity, friendship, and societal pressures with unflinching honesty. Crutcher's authentic voice and relatable characters have earned him a dedicated readership and critical acclaim within the YA community.

Books by Chris Crutcher

4 books available

Deadline
Chris Crutcher
4.1 (24k) average on GoodreadsThriller
Armed with a terminal diagnosis and a year to live, a sarcastic high school senior in rural Idaho secretly embarks on a quest to become a football legend, torment his civics teacher, save a local drunk, and win the girl of his dreams, all while grappling with the realization that everyone around him harbors their own hidden burdens.
Staying Fat for Sarah Byrnes
Chris Crutcher
4.0 (13k) average on GoodreadsYoung Adult
To save his scarred, silent best friend from a hidden trauma, an overweight outcast must unearth the dark secret that threatens to drown them both in a torrent of past pain.
Whale Talk
Chris Crutcher
4.0 (11k) average on GoodreadsYoung Adult
A team of misfit swimmers, led by T.J. Jones, navigates high school prejudice and personal tragedy, finding their voices and an unlikely family on a rickety bus.
Running Loose
Chris Crutcher
3.8 (2k) average on GoodreadsYoung Adult
After a season of betrayals and loss, a star athlete must confront his broken ideals and find a new path forward.