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.

Doesn't matter what it is, I will DEVOUR anything by Kathleen Glasgow; she has a way of creating characters so strong that you feel like you're really there with them, then Glasgow takes your heart, tears it out, and stomps on it into a million little pieces! I really liked the premise of the book - I thought most of the plot would revolve around Bella's struggle with alcohol (which it did!), but I was surprised how much of it focused on the rehab aspect. While unexpected, it was a nice change of pace; I finished it in one sitting and appreciated how the time lapses fit together, especially in the end. That being said, I had a hard time connecting with Bella as well as characters in Glasgow's other books - I did finish it quickly, but it didn't stay with me quite as long as "Girl in Pieces" or "You Should Be here". Something about her fell flat for me. Regardless, none of that will ever stop me from picking up more of Glasgow in the future. Thanks so much for the ARC!

Thank you to NetGalley for allowing me to read this book in exchange for my honest opinion.

Bella is a 15-year-old alcoholic, though she wouldn’t use that word to describe herself. After a few blackouts and several traumatizing incidents at parties, she is sent to rehab. A plot like this could easily get into after school special territory, but it really didn’t. It felt pretty realistic throughout and was never preachy. Four stars.

Never disappointed with a Kathleen Glasgow book. "You'd Be Home Now" held a special place in my heart last year, and now this heartbreaking story of Bella who could be any and every young woman I know. Doing her best to deal with the family that fails her until she fails herself and those she loves. These are difficult topics to read and understand, especially if this is not your reality - but the 100% realistic glimpse it gives into dysfunction and addiction is worth every bit of discomfort and even disbelief one might feel while reading.
Read it. Read it. Read it.
Thanks to NetGalley, Kathleen Glasgow and publisher for advanced e-copy, this is my honest review.

Another compelling page turner from Kathleen Glasgow. She sees right into the hearts and minds of teenagers as she writes about addiction to alcohol, how it can happen, and how rehabilitation works.

Really good book by Glasgow. With so much fantasy fiction these days, it is refreshing to read a solid realistic fiction novel.

As a librarian, I cannot keep Glasgow's "Girl in Pieces" or "You'd Be Home Now" on my shelf. There is something in her writing and her books that teens crave and connect with and adults need to empathize and understand. I was beyond excited to read the ARC for "The Glass Girl" and devoured it throughout the day and late into the night. Like her other books, I could not put this one down. I strongly recommend that readers avoid mascara when picking up this book and to read with a friend for emotional support. The struggles in "The Glass Girl" are raw, real, and mirror what so many young adults are facing. There are potential triggers, but I strongly feel that this book needs to be read and needs to be on every libraries shelves for all the Bella's and friends of Bella's. I will be purchasing several copies for my library and one for my own bookshelf. I will also be recommending this to my young adult book club. Kathleen Glasgow writes for the voices that need to be heard and the stories that need to be told.