Book details
Green Glass Ghosts
Description
From non-binary writer and musician Rae Spoon: a rollicking yet introspective young adult adventure about screwing up, finding yourself, and forging a new life on your own. At age nineteen, the queer narrator of Green Glass Ghosts steps off a bus in downtown Vancouver, a city where the faceless condo towers of the wealthy loom over the streets to the east where folks are just trying to get by, against the deceptively beautiful backdrop of snow-capped mountains and sparkling ocean. It's the year 2000, and the world is still mostly analogue 0- pagers are the best way to get ahold of someone and resumes are printed out on paper and dropped off in person, and what's this new fad called webmail? Our hopeful hero arrives on the West Coast on the cusp of adulthood, fleeing a traumatic childhood in an unsafe family plagued by religious extremism, mental health crises, and abuse in a conservative town not known for accepting difference. They're eager to build a new life among like-minded folks
Age
14-17
Text complexity
beginner
Length
252 pages
Why to read
- Insightful Exploration of Identity: 'Green Glass Ghosts' delves into the complexities of gender identity and mental health, offering readers a nuanced and empathetic perspective on the experiences of navigating life as a non-binary individual.
- Lyrical Prose: Rae Spoon is known for their evocative and poetic writing style, which brings a unique and captivating quality to the narrative, making it a pleasure to read for those who appreciate literary artistry.
- Candid and Vulnerable Storytelling: The book provides an honest and raw account of the author's personal journey, allowing readers to connect deeply with the struggles and triumphs of the protagonist.
- Important Social Commentary: Through the protagonist's experiences, 'Green Glass Ghosts' addresses broader societal issues such as LGBTQ+ rights, acceptance, and the importance of community support, encouraging readers to reflect on these critical themes.