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: The popular neighbor Emory meets secretly; their relationship serves as her own form of "addictive" escape. Key Themes
: Highlights the struggle of teenagers to define themselves outside of family-prescribed labels. Discussion Questions You'd Be Home Now : Glasgow, Kathleen: Amazon.sg: Books You’d Be Home Now by Kathleen Glasgow
: Emory’s 17-year-old brother struggling with opioid addiction. His journey highlights the complexities of recovery and the pressure of parental expectations. : The popular neighbor Emory meets secretly; their
The story follows 16-year-old Emory Ward, the "good" child in a wealthy Mill Haven family. Her life is upended after a tragic car accident kills a classmate and reveals the depth of her brother Joey’s heroin addiction. While Joey returns from rehab, Emory must navigate her own trauma, a secret and toxic relationship, and the heavy burden of being her brother’s "babysitter". His journey highlights the complexities of recovery and
: Portrays addiction not as a moral failing but as a disease that impacts entire communities and overburdens local resources.
: Wealthy, workaholic parents who prioritize social status and "fixing" their children over addressing deep-seated emotional needs.