GIRL IN PIECES

Earphones Award Winner

by Kathleen Glasgow | Read by Julia Whelan, Kathleen Glasgow [Afterword]

Young Adult Ages 14+ • 10.75 hrs. • Unabridged • © 2016

Narrator Julia Whelan's initial portrayal of Charlie reveals her unwillingness to speak--as well as her pain, fear, and fury. Charlie has responded to years of abuse, grief, and homelessness by cutting herself and attempting to take her own life. Gradually, Whelan recounts the changes Charlie experiences in a treatment center as she reaches out and hopes for healing. On release, Whelan contrasts the safety Charlie has come to know with her mother's coldness and desertion, but Charlie's grit is impressive as she makes faltering steps to support herself financially, artistically, and emotionally. Whelan's portrayals of minor characters aid the realism of the optimistic ending. The author's afterword tells of her personal trials and offers resources. S.W. Winner of AudioFile Earphones Award © AudioFile 2016, Portland, Maine [Published: SEPTEMBER 2016]

Trade Ed. • Listening Library • 2016

CD ISBN 9780735209107 $55.00 • Nine CDs

DD ISBN 9780735209114 $27.50

Library Ed. • Listening Library • 2016

CD ISBN 9780735209121 $55.00 • Nine CDs

DD ISBN 9780735209138 $69.00