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Kathleen Glasgow

American
Born 1969
Kathleen Glasgow is an American New York Times-bestselling author of young adult fiction, best known for her bestselling novel Girl in Pieces.
On LuvemBooks, we've reviewed 2 of Kathleen Glasgow's books, including The Glass Girl and Girl in Pieces.
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Kathleen Glasgow books in order

2 books; 2 reviewed on LuvemBooks. Dates and covers from Amazon.

  1. Girl in Pieces cover
    2016
    Girl in Pieces
    Our review →
  2. The Glass Girl cover
    2024
    The Glass Girl
    Our review →
Cover of The Glass Girl
The Glass Girl

4.6/5

reader rating · 1,663 ratings

Kathleen Glasgow's The Glass Girl follows fifteen-year-old Bella from blackout drinking to teen rehab and the harder return home. Kirkus Reviews calls it an unflinching portrayal; Common Sense Media says it balances hard moments with hope and humor.

Reviewed Aug 18, 2026

Cover of Girl in Pieces
Girl in Pieces

4.6/5

reader rating · 24,830 ratings

Girl in Pieces is Kathleen Glasgow's debut about seventeen-year-old Charlie Davis, who survives a suicide attempt and tries to rebuild her life through art. Common Sense Media calls it "gritty, raw, and real"; Kirkus says it is not an easy read.

Reviewed May 11, 2026

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