Quick, contemporary read with a "Real Housewives" meets "Pretty Little Liars" vibe. Not challenging or deeply enlightening, it was an easy airplane read that made the trip pass quickly.

✨Oh the level of petty in this one! Backstabbing PTA moms in an upscale Miami Beach community get their comeuppances in one way or another.

✨I have no idea why I liked this one so much, but I really, really did. I don’t and have never watched reality TV and avoid drama in real life as much as humanly possible. Despite that, I really loved this satirical look at over the top PTA moms.

✨ Despite the pettiness, backstabbing and deep snark, there is depth here as well. Towards the end, I really got in my feelings.

🌿Read if you like:
✨A cast of deliciously unlikeable characters
✨Social satire
✨Miami settings
✨Real Housewives and similar reality TV shows

My thanks to @williammorrowbooks and @netgalley for the opportunity to read and review this book before its publication date.

Add PINK GLASS HOUSES to your summer TBR immediately! I was so absorbed in this book, I flew through it in a day. The story follows a group of wealthy families residing in Miami Beach, "a sunny place for shady people," whose kids attend Sunset Academy, the most elite elementary school in the area. Charlotte Giordani is one of Sunset Academy's most powerful moms, who's practically a shoo-in for the role of PTA President. There's nothing standing in her way—except Melody Howard, who's recently moved from Kansas, becomes wrapped up in the lavish, extravagant Miami lifestyle...and soon emerges as Charlotte's rival for the presidency. Scandals, secrets, and social climbing abound on the road to the election and the end of the school year—but who will come out on top?

This was such a fun and entertaining read! One thing I loved about PINK GLASS HOUSES is that it was so "voicey." The story is told in rotating POVs of several different parents at Sunset Academy, but each one's voice feels very distinct and fleshed-out, which can be difficult to establish in a book with multiple POVs. They're all characters you'll love to hate, but you might even find yourself rooting for them at some points along the way. Similarly, I really enjoyed the writing style—it was so snarky, witty, and bitingly funny! And of course, as someone who's familiar with the South Florida area, I think Elias does a fantastic job of developing the setting. All of the details about Miami Beach culture and the social scene are insightful and sharply observed, and readers get a real sense of place throughout, like the city almost feels like its own character, which is always a great quality to have in a book!

One area that fell a little bit short for me was the ending. I felt like it was a little rushed, especially considering how built up things had been and how we got so invested in these characters, which was disappointing! However, I still really enjoyed this one, and would recommend it to anyone looking for a smart, satirical summer read about rich people behaving badly (think Emma Rosenblum's BAD SUMMER PEOPLE). Asha Elias is definitely an author to watch! Thank you to NetGalley and William Morrow for the ARC.

“Florida is a sunny place for shady people” FOR SURE! This book is like the most tantalizing, decadent and high calorie dessert! It is SO MUCH FUN! Set in the alien land of Miami Beach, this story is snarky, juicy, cringey, and full of mean girl behavior. Melody Howard, a recent Kansas transplant, and Charlotte Giordani, a Miami Beach native, go head to head over the PTA President role at Sunset Academy and the sparks fly! Feelings get hurt, some get stonewalled and others may or may not be downright criminals, all in the name of the underlying ‘best parent competition’ and creating a toxic grade school environment.

I loved all the Miami Beach descriptions and the over the top fashion, opulent lifestyles, and ridiculously overdone birthday parties for their kids.

If you love watching Real Housewives or enjoyed books like Pineapple Street then you will love this one!

Thank you Netgalley, William Morrow, and the author for this eARC in exchange for my honest review. This book will be available for purchase on July 30, 2024

In Pink Glass House we are introduced to Melody Howard who has just moved to Miami Beach, Fl from Wichita, Kansas with her family because of her husband’s job transfer. Through her we get to meet and learn about the other parents who also have children that attend Sunset Academy Elementary School. I found it very interesting to learn about each of these characters personalities as well as their thoughts and personal lives.
In this story we are exposed to a problem within the community. I found this added to the storyline and made it much more enjoyable to find out what would happen next. I enjoyed the twists and turns this story provided
What I was a little disappointed in was the cliffhanger regarding one of the characters . I felt I was left hanging and not knowing exactly what may have happened. I was left to my own conclusions .
I would like to thank Net Galley for giving me this opportunity to read this book before its release date .

This book is like if the characters from Mean Girls became adults, but didn't grow up. It was such a fun read, and I found myself gasping constantly at the audacity of the characters. I think the book also does an excellent job of not framing any character as a hero or villain. Every character is multi faceted and has some charm to them in one way or another. The mystery element is super riveting, and I was never sure where it was going to go. All in all a super fun and engaging read.

I loved this book. I haven’t heard much about it so let this be your sign to add it to your summer TBR. This is the perfect beach read or fun for an armchair vacation to Miami. It was unique, fun, snarky and witty. The cast of characters was fun not likable necessarily but definitely fun. I had a blast reading this book and learning about Miami culture. Highly recommend!

Rich, spoiled, despicable characters living in luxury in beautiful sunny Miami? This is your next beach read! Who knew PTA moms could be so calculating? Well I suppose we all did but these ladies take it to the next level! I love how the book is told in alternating views of the same events, each telling the reader what actually happened thru their point of view. This way you never really know who's the villain and who's the victim. It was so good that I finished it in one day! Definite must read.

This is one of those books where nearly the entire plot line is given to you in the synopsis. Was it entertaining? Of course. Everyone enjoys a quick light read about the problems of the rich and richer. Back stabbing, competition, a little light fraud…everything happens in this exclusive neighborhood and elementary school in Miami Beach.

Definitely a “if you liked Big Little Lies, you’ll like this” type of story, except there are no likeable characters. You see some positive changes coming in the future, but these ladies have a lot of work to do!

Thanks to Asha Elias, William Morrow and NetGalley for the advance copy!

I really enjoyed this book! It kind of felt like a grown-up Mean Girls meets Bad Moms meets The Help. This was some good old back-stabbing fun sprinkled with some deep-seated social issues (bullying, socioeconomic disparities). Once I finished one chapter, I just had to read the next chapter, and before I knew it, I was finished with the book and hoping that Asha Elias has another coming soon. Maybe we’re supposed to dislike all the characters--but while Charlotte clearly has problems like the rest of them, I really liked her! She’s witty, entertaining, and seemed to go through some personal growth by the end. Darcy reminded me strongly of Janis from Mean Girls. I really liked the multiple point of views and found that the author did a great job of giving each one its own unique and distinguishable voice. I would gladly recommend this book to anyone who loves social satire, humorous back-stabbing amongst the uber-rich, unhinged PTA nonsense, and just a delightful mama drama to make you laugh out loud. This is the perfect summer beach or poolside read.

Thank you @williammorrowbooks for allowing me to read this book via @netgalley for my honest review. All opinions are entirely my own.

This book pulled me in immediately and I never wanted to put it down! The Miami Beach PTA moms were quite entertaining and I loved the alternating perspectives for each chapter.
This book brings the gossip and drama in such an entertaining way. Asha Elias did such a great job that I found myself rooting for many of the characters even if they weren't the most loveable characters.
I highly recommend picking this one up for a fun, entertaining read!
4.5 stars, rounded up to 5

Not a likeable adult character in the whole book but I couldn't put it down. It was impossible to not lsugh at the silliness and pettiness of these over privileged women. While it is predictable, it is an easy read. In fact
its the perfect beach read.

I was very excited to read this book about PTA moms and Miami Beach. It is an interesting story about the haves and the have nots at a public elementary school. From the newly transplanted from Kansas to the Uber rich entitled with their own parking spot.
The story is told by each character in separate chapters (so to speak) and a magazine interview with the wealthiest. It's very interesting to see their interactions with each other, with their spouses and their children. Some parents are able to interact with their children and others have no clue about their child. It seems to be the same with spouses, not much caring and sharing going on.
There is a major upheaval in which some moms seem to learned something about themselves and will try to change or evolve into better people. I don't believe any character is guilt free.
For a first novel I felt this was very well written. The characters were some stereotypes and some not so much.,but all were interesting as were their backstories. I enjoyed the format moving the story on by character. I really got a sense of who each character was and what could be expected of them. I enjoyed seeing how they changed after an occurrence in the story. This is NOT a feel good tale, but one that hopefully makes one think about who they are and how they treat others including their own families. Hopefully many people will read this and seriously think about it and perhaps make some changes in their own lives.
Well done Ms. Asha!!!!! I can't wait to see what you come up with next.

I absolutely loved this book. I was drawn in by the cover, and was constantly wondering about the pink glass house. I didn’t see the ending coming. I loved all the characters and really connected.
Each of the characters are super related and I could connect with them. Even though this took place in Miami, I feel like this is what happens in most school districts.

In her debut novel, author Asha Elias tackles many subjects, including the perils of adult friendship, the unrealistic expectations society places on women in general and mothers in particular, the unrealistic expectations women place on themselves and each other, the power of peer pressure at any age, and so much more. Unfortunately, her ambitions overreached her skills.

By trying to make so many Meaningful Statements on Important Topics and also by switching the main storyline partway through, the book felt fractured, incohesive, and ultimately lacking the depth the author was so obviously aiming for. It wasn’t a bad story, but it wasn’t a particularly good story, either.

I rate Pink Glass Houses 3 stars. (I rate the title 1 star.)

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC of this book!

This was a fast paced, soap opera drama type of book. This was a very enjoyable read, itis the perfect read for summer! It centers around Miami PTA moms, and all the drama that goes with it!

I loved this book, I really did but for the life of me, I don't think I can explain why! I love books about entitled rich people getting their comeuppances, and when we deal with bitchy women stabbing each other in the back, well, that makes it even better for me.


None of the women in this book were likable, even our protagonist, Melody. You see, Melody was our naive girl from a small Kansa city who moved to Miami Beach, which is a whole different place to be—and I do mean different!

It was hilarious (and not in the laughing kind of way) to see what the mothers do to get their kids through elementary school and what elementary school is like. And this wasn't even a private school, where you may expect things like this to happen. This was a public school!

Melody is desperate to make new friends, but she doesn't always make the best choices, and her actions don't always help. Things soon start to unravel when she realizes that even those she thinks of as friends may not really be her friends.

The ending of this novel - well, I sure didn't see that coming.

This was a quick and highly enjoyable read, perfect for your summer reading pleasure.

I highly recommend this book to those who want something that will take them out of their own lives and put themselves into the lives of someone who is way different.

*ARC was supplied by the publisher William Morrow, the author, and NetGalley . I thank you all.

5.0/5.0⭐

Elder millennial moms who were fans of "Big Little Lies" will love Asha Elias' debut "Pink Glass Houses," a delicious blend of social satire and contemporary chick lit where "Selling Sunset" meets "Mean Girls." Set to publish late July 2024.

Dive into the ruthless dynasty of Miami Beach's Sunset Academy, an elite public elementary school—Go Seagulls! Charlotte Giordani, the reigning queen of fundraising, is ready to claim the PTA presidency when Kansas transplant Melody Howard comes to town. Melody gets a debrief from another mother, Darcy Resnick, a lawyer, about the social hierarchy and injustices at the school. Despite her loyalty to her new friend Darcy, Melody feels a sense of magnetism toward the bright and shiny Charlotte. As the PTA election takes off, the women's rivalries ignite a high-stakes game of scandal and deceit, unearthing dark secrets and shattering the polished facades of the town.

Elias masterfully develops each character through rotating perspectives, showcasing Charlotte, Melody, and the other women as lovable, hateable, and relatable in their own ways. From navigating Montessori learning and themed Halloween doors to Botox and white-collar crime, the women of "Pink Glass Houses" offer sharp wit and deep insights into how different our realities are depending on our vantage point.

Just keep in mind that it's satire, if you did not like Big Little Lies, you will not like this either.

Thank you to William Morrow and NetGalley for the advanced copy.

This was such a fun and fast read! Apperances aren't what they seem and money doesn't always buy happiness. In Pink Glass Houses you learn about the lives of several PTA families and how dysfunctional they really are. You see their social circles and how their true colors come out when involved in high society.

This is a fun debut novel .Pink Glass Houses tells the story of some PTA mama drama and it reminded me a lot of Big Little Lies. It was fun and entertaining. My only hang up is that the ending felt rushed and there was a lot of unresolved plot.