CM: Canadian Review of Materials
"A gripping, multi-dimensional work,
deserving of a place in senior high school library fiction
collections."
Kirkus Reviews
“Thought-provoking...Matt's halting steps toward self-acceptance are believable...His overview of wrongful conviction...may compel readers to seek further information.”
Booklist
“Issues are successfully blended into a well-rounded novel that, in tandem with interesting characters and a thrilling murder mystery, will grip readers’ attention until the very end.”
Witness to Innocence
“Explores the subject of wrongful convictions in a way for younger audiences to understand. A great way to teach young people about issues in our criminal justice system and how to become part of the solution.”
Resource Links
“Strong in both dialogue and plotting. Sonya and Matt are interesting teens, at pivotal points in their lives.
This book will check the boxes for many different readers.”
Must Read Lit: K thru YA
“Will hold the reader’s attention from beginning to end…Convincingly tells a story about injustice, human compassion and a determined search for the truth.”