This incredible autobiography of Christiane F. provides a vivid portrait of teen friendship, drug abuse, and alienation in and around Berlin's notorious Zoo Station. Christiane's rapid descent into heroin abuse and prostitution is shocking, but the boredom, longing for acceptance, thrilling risks, and even her musical obsessions are familiar to everyone. Previously published in Germany and the US to critical acclaim, Zest's new translation includes original photographs of Christiane and her friends.

This book is part of a book series called True Story .

This book has been graded for interest at 13-18 years.

There are 366 pages in this book. This book was published 2013 by Orange Avenue Publishing .

Christiane F. is a former heroin addict famous for her contribution in this autobiographical book, and the film based on the book.