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Violence
Some
Some violence in Charlie's past; some dangerous situations in her recovery
Language
A lot
Strong language throughout
Sexual Content
Some
Adult romantic and sexual content
Substance Use
A lot
Substance abuse is a significant element; Charlie's environment includes heavy drug and alcohol use
Emotional Intensity
Very heavy
Self-harm depicted in detail; extreme psychological intensity of trauma and recovery; one of the most honest portrayals of mental health crisis in YA
What this book is about
Charlie Davis has been through a psychiatric facility for self-harm and is now trying to piece her life together in a city where she knows no one. She finds a job, a place to stay, and a boy who is as broken as she is. Glasgow's debut novel is unflinching about self-harm, addiction, trauma, and the messy non-linearity of recovery—written from the inside of these experiences with honesty that has made it a lifeline for readers who recognize themselves in Charlie.
Notes for sensitive readers
Reader-flagged moments and themes that may affect your experience.
Self-harm depicted throughout
Substance abuse as a significant element
Extreme psychological intensity
Adults and emotionally resilient teens only
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