Fans of Girl, Interrupted, Thirteen Reasons Why, and All the Bright Places will love this New York Times bestseller.A haunting, beautiful, and necessary book that will stay with you long after you've read the last page.—Nicola Yoon, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Everything, Everything and The Sun Is Also a Star Charlotte Davis is in pieces. At seventeen shes already lost more than most people do in a lifetime. But shes learned how to forget. The broken glass washes away the sorrow until there is nothing but calm. You dont have to think about your father and the river. Your best friend, who is gone forever. Or your mother, who has nothing left to give you. Every new scar hardens Charlies heart just a little more, yet it still hurts so much. It hurts enough to not care anymore, which is sometimes what has to happen before you can find your way back from the edge. A deeply moving portrait of a girl in a world that owes her nothing, and has taken so much, and the journey she undergoes to put herself back together. Kathleen Glasgow's debut is heartbreakingly real and unflinchingly honest. Its a story you wont be able to look away from. And dont miss Kathleen Glasgow's novels Youd Be Home Now and How to Make Friends with the Dark, both raw and powerful stories of life.
In Kathleen Glasgow's gripping novel, "Girl in Pieces," we are introduced to the poignant story of Charlotte Davis, a young girl grappling with the complexities of adolescence, loss, and self-discovery. Charlotte's narrative is a tapestry of raw emotions, as she struggles to cope with the aftermath of her father's death and the turmoil within her family. As she navigates the treacherous waters of high school, Charlotte finds herself drawn to bad habits and destructive relationships, seeking solace in the chaos that surrounds her.
Glasgow's writing is unflinchingly honest, delving deep into Charlotte's psyche and capturing the intensity of her pain. Through Charlotte's eyes, we witness the impact of trauma and the desperate search for connection. The narrative is punctuated by Charlotte's journal entries, offering readers an intimate glimpse into her innermost thoughts and struggles.
"Girl in Pieces" is a powerful and moving exploration of the human condition. Glasgow's portrayal of Charlotte's journey is both heartbreaking and hopeful, shedding light on the resilience of the human spirit. This novel is a must-read for anyone seeking a thought-provoking and emotionally charged story.
