NY PL
2006 New York Public Library Books for the Teen Age list
The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
"Packed with attitude and action, this is an adventure YA's will rip right through."
VOYA
"...sure to become a staple in booktalks and a favorite of adventure readers."
Booklist
"An absolute page-turner."
Puget Sound Council
"A suspense filled tale of survival and coming of age for one 14 year old named Libby. [The elements] ring amazingly true and are told with sensitivity and emotional depth. Lib’s story is one you’re not likely to forget."