Families who loved The Glass Girl by Kathleen Glasgow often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when you notice your teenager struggling with the weight of high expectations or using substances to dull the sharp edges of stress and grief. Kathleen Glasgow provides a compassionate and unflinching look at fifteen year old Bella, whose reliance on alcohol leads to a medical emergency and a subsequent journey through rehab. It is an essential resource for families navigating the complexities of teen addiction and the underlying emotional pressures that drive it. The story addresses heavy themes of grief, parental pressure, and recovery with a raw honesty that validates the teen experience. It is best suited for mature readers aged 14 and up due to its direct depiction of substance abuse and the difficult process of healing.