The Glass Girl
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The Glass Girl
From the #1 New York Times bestselling 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.
The Glass Girl tells the poignant story of Bella, a young woman grappling with the overwhelming demands placed upon her by family and friends. Her mother requires her help around the house, her father insists she remains compliant and her ex-boyfriend expects her emotions to be toned down. The only person who ever allowed Bella to simply be herself was her beloved grandmother, but now she has passed away, leaving Bella adrift and struggling to cope.
Amidst the chaos and emotional turmoil, Bella turns to alcohol, finding in it a temporary solace that smooths the jagged edges of her reality. To her, it seems like no big deal—after all, everyone drinks, and she's convinced that she can stop whenever she wants. But as Thanksgiving approaches, Bella's dependence spirals out of control, culminating in an alcohol-fuelled night that leaves her unconscious on her front steps, discovered by her mother in the early hours.
When Bella awakens in the hospital with a fractured cheekbone and a blank spot where her memory of the night should be, it becomes clear that her problem can no longer be ignored. Her journey to recovery begins with a stint in rehabilitation, where she must confront the demons she's been trying to escape.
Gorgeously written and deeply compassionate, The Glass Girl is a candid exploration of the forces pushing a girl towards a dangerous path of addiction. Kathleen Glasgow masterfully delves into the heart of Bella's struggles, depicting her gradual acceptance that she must face her reality and the past she has been attempting to blot out before she can truly begin to heal.
This powerful narrative captures the raw and often painful truth about addiction, resilience, and the painstaking journey towards self-acceptance and recovery. Bella's story is a testament to the strength it takes to reach out for help and the courage required to change the course of one's life.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781460763759
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 02 October 2024
Country: Australia
Imprint: HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 29.0mm
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 350g
Pages: 464
About the Author
Kathleen Glasgow is the author of the New York Times bestselling novel Girl in Pieces, as well as How to Make Friends with the Dark and You'd Be Home Now. She lives and writes in Tucson, Arizona. To learn more about Kathleen and her writing, visit her website, kathleenglasgowbooks.com, or follow @kathglasgow on Twitter and @misskathleenglasgow on Instagram.
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