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In "Jars of Glass," a 14‑year‑old and her 15‑year‑old sister tell the story of a year that tests their resilience. Their mother’s diagnosis with schizophrenia unravels the family’s stability, and the arrival of a recently adopted Russian orphan adds new challenges. Through personal reflections, the girls confront emotional difficulties, family conflict, and the complexities of caring for a sibling with mental illness.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Brad Barkley
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