The Glass Girl

Kathleen Glasgow's "The Glass Girl" is a powerful and deeply compassionate young adult novel that delves into the challenging world of teenage alcohol addiction. It follows fifteen-year-old Bella, who uses alcohol to cope with overwhelming family expectations and the recent loss of her grandmother. The story candidly explores the societal pressures young women face that can lead to substance abuse, culminating in Bella's realization that she needs help after a severe incident. The narrative then chronicles her journey through rehab and the arduous process of healing, offering a raw yet hopeful look at recovery. This book is ideal for parents seeking a realistic and sensitive portrayal of addiction, grief, and resilience for their older teens.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From the critically acclaimed author of Girl in Pieces comes a raw, heart-wrenching novel about a teenager facing down her struggles with alcohol—and the journey she must take to heal. “A must-read.” —Laura Nowlin, #1 New York Times bestselling author of If He Had Been with Me “Everyone needs this book.” —Sloan Harlow, New York Times bestselling author of Everything We Never Said Everyone in fifteen-year-old Bella’s life needs something from her. Her mom needs her to help around the house, her dad needs her to not make waves, her ex needs her to not be so much. The only person who never needed anything from her was her grandmother—and now she’s dead. There’s only one thing that dulls the pressure: alcohol. Vodka, beer, peppermint schnapps—alcohol smooths the sharp edges of Bella’s life. And what’s the big deal? Everyone drinks. Besides, Bella can stop whenever she wants. But after she gets blackout drunk at a Thanksgiving party and wakes up in the hospital, it’s time to face reality. And for Bella, reality means rehab. Gorgeously written and deeply compassionate, Kathleen Glasgow’s The Glass Girl is a candid exploration of the forces pushing young women toward addiction—and what it really takes to help them get better.