remains one of literature's most electric voices. Breathtaking and courageous,
Thirsty will change lives. Blake Brenner's story challenges our social norms, perception of addiction, and expectations for all kinds of love. I was dazzled and devastated by every page, and ultimately left profoundly moved." -Jen St. Jude, author of
If Tomorrow Doesn't Come
"Thirsty is the first lungful of air when you're drowning. An astonishing, compassionate, and deeply complicated novel about addiction, friendship, and loyalty that will leave your heart singing. Don't miss this!" -Mark Oshiro,
New York Times bestselling author of
Into the Light
"A vibrant, affirming look at addiction, resilience, and what it means to take charge of your own life." -Rebecca Barrow, author of
And Don't Look Back and
This Is What It Feels Like
"A brilliant display of electric dread, Jas Hammonds's
Thirsty perfectly balances the dizzy joys of youth with a stark understanding of the complexities of addiction. A riveting addition to any collection built with care for our indispensable community of children." -K. Ancrum, award-winning author of
The Weight of the Stars and
Darling"Vulnerable, tender, heartbreaking, and so full of hope.
Thirsty is a compelling exploration of interiority that feels universal by a profound and incredible author." -Sara Farizan, award-winning author of
If You Could Be Mine and
Dead Flip
"
Thirsty is an undeniable force. A knockout with nuance. This stunningly crafted story tugs at the reader with breathless pace and sharp insights that ultimately delivers the hope of recovery." -Cory McCarthy, bestselling author of the Stonewall Honor-winner
Man o' War
"A revelation. In this stunning, messy-hearted, soul-soothing novel, Hammonds gives readers a means to examine, confront, and be curious about what alcohol can mask and destroy within us. This book will save lives, I have no doubt." -Mariama J. Lockington, Stonewall Honor Author of
In the Key of Us and
Forever is Now
"A story of love, longing and belonging, Jas expertly tackles addiction through showing not only abuse of the body, but of relationships, self-inflicting wounds and the lengths you'll go to feel accepted. But most important,
Thirsty ends in hope and wholeness. A must read." -Ebony LaDelle, author of
Love Radio
"Utterly consuming and tenderly poignant,
Thirsty is a fearless exploration of toxicity, addiction, rage, and healing. A transformative novel that readers will cling to long after the final page."
-Julian Winters, award-winning author of
Right Where I Left You
"Poignant and gutsy.
Thirsty is a brilliant exploration of girlhood and desire and what it means when we haven't been taught to love ourselves. With the promise of hope and hard-fought insight, Blake's journey is both compelling and confronting. A must read." -Stephanie Kuehn, award-winning author of
We Weren't Looking to Be Found
"Visceral and engrossing,
Thirsty by Jas Hammonds plunges readers into the glittering world of country clubs and luxury boats-a world Blake is desperate to be part of as she battles crippling anxiety and self-doubt with one more round. This book is astounding in its searing authenticity and tenderness." -Alexandra Villasante, award-winning author of
The Grief Keeper
"A profound must-read." -
School Library Journal, starred review
"Readers will be gripped from the very beginning. A gut-wrenching story"-
Kirkus Reviews, starred review
"Hammonds expertly weaves explorations of class, family, queer identity, race, and substance reliance into a glittering, harrowing narrative that is compulsively readable, gorgeously written, and intricately crafted." -
Publishers Weekly, starred review
"Jas Hammonds. . . delivers another exceptional work of YA contemporary fiction in their scintillating sophomore title.
Thirsty is as effervescent as it is weighty." -Shelf Awareness
"It's a smart, thoughtful story that adults will love just as much as the teens it was written for." -
Reader's Digest
