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You'd Be Home Now

By Kathleen Glasgow
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You'd Be Home Now by Kathleen Glasgow is a deeply moving novel that follows a teenager named Emory, who struggles to find her identity while grappling with family secrets and the pressures of growing up. The story delves into themes of addiction, mental health, and family dynamics, offering a poignant exploration of resilience and redemption.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy heartfelt stories about family, recovery, and finding one's way through intense personal challenges. It explores deep emotions and the complexities of family dynamics, making it a compelling read for those who appreciate character-driven narratives.

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From the New York Times bestselling author of Girl in Pieces comes a breathtaking contemporary YA about addiction, family, and finding your voice.

In the heart-wrenching novel You'd Be Home Now, Kathleen Glasgow delves into the complexities of familial love, resilience, and the struggle of dealing with addiction. The story follows Emmy, the youngest sibling in a family shattered by a tragic accident. While her older sister Maddie exudes confidence and her brother Joey battles the demons of addiction, Emmy is often overlooked, carving out a life by taking up as little space as possible.

When Joey returns from rehab, Emmy finds herself thrust into the role of caretaker. Managing her own expectations and the pressure from her parents, Emmy must navigate the emotional minefield of her brother's recovery. Simultaneously, she is expected to excel in school and maintain a facade of normalcy after everything that has happened.

The only person who offers her solace is Gage, her secret lover. But their clandestine relationship is fraught with its own complications. Emmy's life becomes an intricate balancing act—one that becomes increasingly difficult as the weight of her responsibilities grows heavier.

How long can Emmy keep her life from unraveling? You'd Be Home Now is a poignant, deeply moving narrative that explores not only the personal battles within a family but also gives a voice to the struggles often hidden behind closed doors.

PRAISE

"Impossibly moving" - Vanity Fair

"Necessary, important, honest, loving, and true." - Kirkus Reviews, starred review

"As beautiful as it is raw... an unflinching tale of addiction." - Amy Beashel, author of The Sky Is Mine

"Raw, honest, and over-flowing with feelings... unlike anything I've ever experienced on the page." - Erin Hahn, author of You'd Be Mine and More Than Maybe

"In her gripping tale of an addict-adjacent teen and the fragile ecosystem she inhabits, Kathleen Glasgow expands our hearts and invites in a little more humanity." - Val Emmich, New York Times bestselling author of Dear Evan Hansen: The Novel

"Renders the invisible faces of addiction with rare humanity." - Amber Smith, New York Times bestselling author of The Way I Used to Be

"Nails what it's like to love someone with an addiction and humanises the struggle of a teenage drug addict." - Hayley Krischer, author of Something Happened to Ali Greenleaf

"An evocative, soaring exploration of family, friendship, and the many lives that encompass a small town." - Laurie Elizabeth Flynn, author of The Girls Are All So Nice Here

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You'd Be Home Now by Kathleen Glasgow has received praise for its compelling portrayal of family dynamics and the challenges faced by those dealing with addiction. Reviewers have commended Glasgow for her heartfelt and realistic writing, with many noting the depth of character development and emotional intensity. The story resonates for its raw and unflinching look at difficult issues while offering hope and understanding.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781460761557

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 December 2021

Country: Australia

Imprint: HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 27.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 199.0mm

Weight: 279g

Pages: 400

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About the Author

Kathleen Glasgow is the author of the New York Times bestselling novel Girl in Pieces, as well as How to Make Friends with the Dark and You'd Be Home Now. She lives and writes in Tucson, Arizona. To learn more about Kathleen and her writing, visit her website, kathleenglasgowbooks.com, or follow @kathglasgow on Twitter and @misskathleenglasgow on Instagram.

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