Canadian Literature - April 1, 2012
"Quite a good yarn with a clever premise, and it is spooky enough to entrance most young readers."
Puget Sound Council for Reviewing Children's Media - April 1, 2011
"This book will appeal to young girls looking for ways to raise their confidence. Jane is a likeable and loving character. Her relationship with her younger brother is very sweet...A great book for struggling readers or those new to chapter books."
Resource Links - December 1, 2010
"Written in easy to read prose, the setting, timelines and development of the story can easily be discussed among the younger experienced readers, while challeng[ing] those just beginning."
CM Magazine - November 12, 2010
"Bush's story offers readers the opportunity to live vicariously through Jane's journey to self-discovery and, further, experience a thrilling sense of obtaining confidence by overcoming obstacles...Highly Recommended."