Kenneth Oppel, award-winning author of the Silverwing trilogy
“Harrowing and heartfelt.”
Teresa Toten, Governor General’s Literary Award–winning author of The Unlikely Hero of Room 13B
“You’ll cheer our hero on while your heart aches for him. This is an original and deeply moving personal journey.”
Kirkus Reviews
“Narration unfolds with wry, self-deprecating humor...An entertaining journey.”
School Library Journal, starred review
★ “Tug at the heartstrings and tickle the funny bone…This warm tale is definitely one for the keeper shelves. Highly recommended.”
CM: Canadian Review of Materials
“A superb middle grade novel that focuses on the effects of poverty and mental illness on children and their families. Not only is it a realistic portrayal, but its being written in a nonjudgmental and compassionate way allows children to better understand a very serious topic. Highly Recommended.”
Canadian Children's Book News
“A character-driven story that will teach you to never judge a person by their appearance, but instead remind you to keep an open mind and more importantly, an open heart.”
Must Read Literature
“This book is perfect for middle and high school libraries. It is one of Walters’ best as much for its topic, characters, plot and theme as for its portrayal of mental disorders and alcoholism.”
Sal's Fiction Addiction
“Realistic, compelling and often heartbreaking, and told with compassion. It's a keeper!”