Sukee's Book Bites
"Captures the emotions and feelings of sixteen year old girls perfectly...a very good addition to the young adult genre."
VOYA
"Tilly uses Haley's story as a way of discussing sexual abuse...The dialogue between Haley and her best friend...is indicative of what teens deal with on a daily basis."
Resource Links
"Truly excellent tale...the voice and persona of Haley capture what is so worth cherishing in an adolescent."
Quill & Quire
"A lightning-quick read that...will likely provoke some discussion among young people about how to handle difficult situations."
KLIATT
"Fast-paced, with short chapters and high-interest content. Haley's thought process...is heartbreaking."
CM Magazine
"First Time illustrates a dangerous situation in which Haley learns to regret ignoring her instincts...Recommended."
Times Colonist
"Tilly has written in an immediate, sometimes raw manner."
Tri State Young Adult Book Review Committee
"Tilly accomplishes her goal of getting into a teenager's head in 100 short pages, and the novel is riveting."
TeensReadToo.com
"A fast-paced, intense novel that is sure to keep you guessing and turning its pages...definitely worth a read."
School Library Journal
"Realistic dialogue and situations characterize this novel. Struggling readers will appreciate the quick pacing and the low reading/high interest level."
Library Media Connection
"Teens will find themselves engrossed in this tale of sexual abuse. Self-examination is just one of the outcomes for those who read this tale. Recommended.'
The Horn Book Guide
"Mature readers will sympathize with Haley's difficult situation."
NMRLS Youth Services Book Review Group
"The lack of a sweetly tied up ending is a point in this title's favor, allowing the reader to come up with their own ideas... A possible high/low choice for high school age female readers."