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Title: A Glass of Crazy
Author: Tina Laningham
Narrator: Rachel Rauch
Format: Unabridged
Length: 10 hrs and 2 mins
Language: English
Release date: 02-02-16
Publisher: Tina Laningham
Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes
Genres: Teens, Fiction & Literature
Publisher's Summary:
Bright and lively... Descriptions of Mexico shine. Publishers Weekly
Fourteen-year-old Abby uses alcohol to numb her emotions when a video of her cheating, famous father broadcasts on the news. Tensions build with the betrayal of friends and a narcissistic stepmother, whom Abby refers to as "the Kat creature." Eventually, alcohol takes its toll when Abby jumps from a para-sail to search for a flask she dropped in the ocean. But that's not what nearly kills her. Abby uses snarky humor to guide the reader on her journey into the depths of alcoholism and the not so easy road back. Those who like the hit drama series, Recovery Road, won't want to miss A Glass of Crazy.
Critic Reviews:
"Fresh and funny...." (Publishers Weekly)
"Set on Galveston Island, the book's fresh and funny premise feels wholly modern, as Abby's politician father, John Alexander, is caught cheating on camera. With her home life broken and her friendships few (the school's mean girls bully her relentlessly), Abby seeks solace in a sweet, nicely fleshed out relationship with her best friend, Rafa. Abby eventually goes to visit her father in San Miguel, Mexico, and learns he has more than enough money to support himself and his mistress, Kat, whom Abby amusingly refers to as "the Kat creature." Descriptions of Mexico shine." (Publishers Weekly)
"Abby, the plucky 14-year-old protagonist of this compelling, vividly written YA novel, begins self-medicating her sadness with alcohol after her parents' marriage disintegrates when a video surfaces of her senator father with his secret girlfriend. Laningham's narrative draws on the real emotions of teens with divorcing parents and the desperation felt when cliques, friends, and foes turn on them, particularly during their first year of high school. Deft characterization, crisp contemporary dialogue, and an engaging, if somewhat cliched, plot impressively converge in a story that touches on the lows of alcohol addiction and the intensity of friendship, all while applauding the achievement of sobriety. A well-written, relatable, if a bit lengthy, cautionary tale." (Booklife Prize in Fiction)
Members Reviews:
Middle-school Parents: A Read for You and Your Kids
Not only is "A Glass of Crazy" well written for middle-schoolers, but it is a must-read for every pre-teen, teen and parent. I found this story to be a tale of events that could occur in the home of any growing family. The adventures experienced by this young girl result in lessons and consequences that unfortunately my family has personally experienced. I would love to have known something like her situation and antics were possible. Perhaps I should say, probable.
Easy, Enjoyable Read
This book kept my attention from beginning to end. I liked the unexpected twists and especially the ending. I don't usually read young adult, but the title made me curious. The story brought back memories of spring break at South Padre Island since I went to high school in Corpus Christi.
Skillful writing, wit and insight. Highly recommended!
The author clearly understands the hearts and minds of young girls! The book is fun, witty, a little sassy, and insightful--difficult to achieve with what is a real and painful life experience. What stands out most to me is the overall quality of the writing. Laningham is a skilled writer. The story is crisp and fast-paced, and has great dialogue.