Heart of Glass (novel)
| Company type | Nonprofit organization |
|---|---|
| Industry | Charity / Fashion event organization |
| Products | Charity fashion events |
Heart of Glass is a book from the A-List series authored by New York Times bestselling writer Zoey Dean, published in April 2007.
Plot summary
Following their graduation, the A-List group anticipates a relaxed summer; however, Cammie and Anna face arrest due to trespassing. As part of their community service, they are tasked with organizing a charity fashion event for New Visions, an organization dedicated to helping disadvantaged girls. During this event, they encounter Champagne, an aspiring model with a troubled history. Virginia Vanderleer, who leads New Visions, cautions them about Champagne’s alleged involvement in theft. Despite this, Cammie takes on a mentoring role for Champagne, while Anna utilizes her East Coast network to attract interest from Lizbette Demetrius, the CEO of a high-end cosmetics firm.
Adam Flood opts to spend his summer in Michigan and contemplates enrolling in college there, causing discomfort for Cammie. She engages in flirtation with Ben, who recognizes her personal growth and hints at a potential future together. Dee becomes concerned as her relationship with Jack Walker deepens and she finds herself attracted to Aaron Steele from Ojai.
Sam suspects Poppy of infidelity involving yoga instructor Bodhi Gilad and collaborates with Parker to gather evidence against her in exchange for a part in her father’s remake of Ben Hur. Although Sam feels remorse and destroys the compromising photos, a tabloid eventually reveals Poppy’s actions. Jackson confronts Poppy, who then flees and abandons her half-sister Ruby Hummingbird. Sam supports Jackson through this ordeal and welcomes Poppy’s departure.
Clark confides in Cammie that her mother struggled with clinical depression and took her own life but left behind a touching letter intended for Cammie’s wedding day. Reading the letter early brings Cammie solace. Together with Dee, she explores Jeanne’s belongings stored in the attic, allowing herself to grieve with Dee’s support.
The New Visions fashion show proves successful, featuring nonprofessional models such as Champagne. When a dress goes missing, Champagne is initially accused until Cammie discovers that designer Martin Rittenhouse orchestrated the disappearance as a publicity stunt. After Lizbette declines to sign Champagne, Cammie pressures Martin into creating a petite clothing line starring Champagne to safeguard his reputation; he agrees enthusiastically.
At the after-party, Cammie gives Adam an ultimatum: return to Los Angeles or end their relationship. Anna surprises both Caine and Ben by expressing her desire to date them simultaneously; after some hesitation, both agree. Cammie tells Anna that if things do not work out with Adam, she will pursue Ben herself.