Heroine by Mindy McGinnis | YA Contemporary, Addiction Story & Raw Survival

After a car crash threatens her softball career, Mickey Catalan is prescribed painkillers — and soon finds herself spiraling into addiction. Heroine is a harrowing, deeply human look at the opioid crisis through the eyes of a teenage girl caught between her love of the game, her friendships, and a growing dependency. Unflinching and compassionate, it’s one of McGinnis’ boldest works.

📖 Perfect for readers who love:

• Raw, realistic YA tackling tough topics

• Addiction and recovery stories told with empathy

• Mindy McGinnis’ unflinching, hard-hitting style

📚 Condition: Good, Student Library Edition

✨ Why you’ll love it: Gritty, emotional, and impossible to ignore, Heroine is a story that puts a human face to addiction — heartbreaking, important, and unforgettable.