A review by goatsrsexy
The Glass Girl by Kathleen Glasgow

dark emotional medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

It's been a long time since I read a book like this. YA contemporary books about teenage girls dealing with addiction or trauma were a big thing for me when I was a preteen/teenager. I think that these kinds of stories are a good way for young people to process their own experiences and also understand their peers, gain empathy.

I stopped reading these types of books at least a decade ago, but I'm really glad I read The Glass Girl. It was a very well written and empathetic story. I felt like I really understood Bella. I personally have never struggled with addiction and this story helped me to understand it in a way I hadn't before.

I would definitely recommend this book!

Thanks to Penguin Teen Canada for the advanced digital copy!