In the pattern of her other YA texts, Glasgow again explores addiction; this time she is looking at drinking. I appreciate how Glasgow really looks at how addiction overcomes you life without passing judgement on her main characters. There are unique perspectives on the topic as well as explorations as to how rehab works both during and after

Excellent read and probably one of the best YA fiction books I've read in a very long time. Bella was a 100% believable character and virtually every aspect of The Glass Girl seemed entirely plausible to me. Glasgow especially nailed it in regards to the teens (and really, all of the people) in Bellas' life; how they treated each other, talked to each other, dealt with feelings, and so on. Again, it's pretty rare for an author to get that sort of thing right throughout an entire book. I think what I liked most about The Glass Girl was that Glasgow never Disney-fied the book. She made the right choice every time with the plot even when the reader (at least this reader) was hoping that Bella or someone else in the book would make a different choice. I haven't been this invested in a character in a while either, I guess. An important book and completely unique in scope and concept.

Typical teen novel about the travail of addiction. Not a bad book but pretty Typical character and plot development.
I received an ARC from netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

Woowee... This book was a good one, and it hit very close to home for this reader. The fact that Bella was in denial, and hurting and didn't know how to deal with that except with drinking was very close to my own experiences replacing drink with drugs. The book for me really took off when she got to rehab and I appreciated the process, the group settings, the dealing with things in your own life as well as with peers who are experiencing something very similar. I can't say that my rehab experience was the same, but there were similarities. And the potential for relapse. Damn. That was all too familiar. Same feelings, same scenario, thought process, etc. I really saw myself in this book on many different levels. Bravo Ms. Glasgow. This was a real winner and one I would happily recommend to students. Thank you and Netgalley for the advance copy.

a deep dive into alcoholism in teenagers. This book was tough to get through at times because of the content, but it's necessary. It really shows the real side of addiction and trying to climb back up after recovery.

The first 1/3 of this book was tough to read. Bella’s self-destructive behavior, her parents’ lack of concern about how their behavior affected her. Despite that, I couldn’t stop reading it. I would tell people it was really sad, but I couldn’t put it down. Fortunately that’s only the first third. The rest of the book is challenging but very hopeful. Knowing people who are alcoholics and who have been successful in rehab and those who have tried and failed over and over again, this gave me a lot of insight into the emotional state of someone who had come to depend on substances to get them through situations that they don’t have the skills to handle. Bella’s journey was not a neat package, even though the book required a sense of a possible happy ending. I highly recommend this book.

This is a hard topic to write about in such a in depth way that makes you understand the reasoning behind the addiction. The book made me sad for Bella as she struggled with her life and her feelings. As adults, we sometimes don’t realize how deeply children are struggling or we have the attitude of “that’s minor, just get over it.” The book gives us that look into the adolescent head to really understand how deeply they feel. The book deserves are 5 stars I’m giving it.

I thought The Glass Girl by Kathleen Glasgow was a great read. It was extremely realistic, Glasgow has a true talent of writing authentic teen voices. I was really rooting for Bella to overcome her addiction.

3.5 stars. A real, raw look at what addiction can look like. Alcohol, like any maladaptive behavior used to avoid uncomfortable feelings, can grow problematic very quickly. But not so quick that it’s blatantly obvious. More like an insidious sneak attack.
Bella is 15 so of course she can’t have a problem with alcohol—that’s only something adults do. She just uses it to loosen up. Until she starts changing…and friends start to notice…and grades slip….and the emotions she was stuffing overflow. After a near death experience, Bella begrudgingly attends rehab and it is here where she sheds her innocence and works to bloom into the woman she wants to be. And no one said it would be easy.

Thank you NetGalley for providing me with an ARC for an honest review

This is an unflinching look at alcohol addiction in teenagers. Kathleen Glasgow doesn't sugarcoat the image, showing our MC hit rock bottom, enter treatment, and fight against her own mind & body to try and work the path to recovery. A hard & necessary read.

Thanks to NetGalley I was able to read this book before its release date. If you’ve enjoyed the authors previous work you will not be disappointed. It follows a pretty typical teenager through her struggles with anxiety and subsequent alcoholism. I really enjoyed the honesty and truth in this one. Rehab doesn’t automatically solve everything. Highly recommended!

We all have that one thing we turn to when life gets tough. Some of our coping mechanisms are healthier than others. In her story, Kathleen depicts the difficult moments in Bella's life. Brace yourself for this one; it's a heavy read.

In familiar Glasgow fashion, we know the story will tug at our heartstrings and have us rooting for the main character. This tale, just like others by the author, helps me see the beauty in life through her words.

"The Glass Girl" is a powerful story of battling addiction and discovering hope. Not all journeys are smooth, but with the right support, we can conquer anything. The love and encouragement in this story will brighten your future.

I love how this book was divided into four parts (Background, Hospital, Rehab, Recovery). In the beginning the reader is introduced to the main character Bella, her family, and her friends. This background connects the reader to Bella so that they can understand the struggles that she is facing. Life has definitely thrown her some punches such as her parents' fighting and divorce, her grandmother's death, and her boyfriend breaking up with her. She turns to alcohol to help her cope and feels that she has everything under control until one devastating night that lands her in the hospital. Bella can no longer hide her alcoholism from others although she feels that she is not an alcoholic. After an intervention from her parents and her best friend, Bella finds herself in rehab. Glasgow does not sugar-coat the experience and the rawness and authenticity of what Bella goes through to find herself keeps you turning pages. Once Bella is out of rehab, Bella learns just how vulnerable she is as she tries to re-insert herself into life. At this point Bella has overtaken your heart and you want her to succeed so bad. Glasgow has given an authentic portrayal of a teen dealing with alcoholism. I love that the story follows Bella through rehab and recovery. This is a book that should have a place in every YA library.

Excellent. Too many YA novels about addiction and alcoholism may choose to end either at a charcter's entry into rehab, or at their exit from rehab. The Glass Girl contains some of the aftermath of rehab and what repairing relationships with others and onself might look like. A plus for school libraries and families--there is no sexual content. There is mention of an invasive medical exam as part of entry into rehab, and exposure of breast while intoxicated, but no sexual content that families may be averse to.

Thanks to the author and NetGalley for the ARC. Bella is relatable and the message about always getting to start fresh again resonated well. The author has created a character that is authentic and likable and by the end of the book, you find yourself wanting better for her and hoping she finds her way. A raw and honest YA/coming of age story with some tough life lessons for the reader to consider in their own life.

Very well written, I always enjoy her books she is a must request. The Glass Girl is a gripping and poignant novel that draws you in from the first page. Bella's descent into addiction and her subsequent journey to recovery are depicted with unflinching honesty and raw emotion. Kathleen Glasgow’s writing is both beautiful and haunting, capturing the pain and hope that define Bella’s experience. Bella’s character is incredibly well-developed, making her struggles and triumphs feel real and impactful. The supporting characters, from her family to her friends in rehab, add depth to the narrative and highlight the complexities of addiction and recovery. The book's pacing keeps you hooked, with each chapter revealing more about Bella's inner world and the events that led to her breaking point. The journey to rehab and the challenges Bella faces there are portrayed with realism and empathy, making her eventual steps toward healing all the more rewarding.

This author is one of my favs but she also breaks my heart over and over again with her characters as they deal with such difficult things in their lives. Bella is an alcoholic but she can’t and won’t admit it until a scary incident forces her into rehab. Like so many teens, and adults, the anxiety and pain in her life has so many layers and goes so deep she things the alcohol is the only way to feel “normal”. As always her books are meticulously researched and provide a window into a world some of us will never see and a brain that functions differently than ours, but that insight makes us all better more empathetic people.

Another hit for Kathleen Glasgow. I really like how Kathleen's novels approach serious topics but never make the book feel like that sucks up so much of the story. This is perfect for YA readers as it's so relevant to their reality. I will add to my class library.

This book was a tough read but so worth it. From the perspective of a young girl who is sent to rehab, she struggles to pull herself back and thrive.

This book gives a real look into what alcohol abuse looks like. It shows that you can have a serious problem even if you are high functioning.