Blue Glass

Blue Glass, a New York Times Notable Book of the Year, is the story of a mother-and-daughter relationship undergoing significant change. With an unfailing ear and eye, Tyler captures the dramatic peaks and valleys of an outwardly ordinary suburban upbringing, and with an equally sure hand she brings vividly to life the inherently adversarial nature of the mother-daughter relationship and its yearnings.

“Lovely and unusual . . .a fine book.” – Jane Smiley,
The New York Times Book Review

“A first rate work of literature.” – Washington Times

“Accomplished . . .one of those quietly compelling stories that touches the heart.” – Kirkus Reviews

“The slow deterioration of a marriage is beautifully chronicled . . .The involvements and concerns even of the minor characters shine in Tyler’s deceptively effortless style.” – San Francisco Examiner-Chronicle

“Strong, thoughtful.” – Publishers Weekly

“The gentle tone of this first novel and its unpretentious portrays are both compelling and convincing.” – Booklist

“The engaging purity of Tyler’s writing makes her debut as novelist a gratifying one.” – The Hudson Review