Natasha Deen, author of In the Key of Nira Ghani
"Subtle and nuanced, Trail of Crumbs takes readers on an unapologetic journey of family, trauma and the transformative power of kindness. Lisa J. Lawrence's storytelling devastates readers one moment, then lifts them up in another, leaving them thinking of Greta and Ash's story long after the last page has been read."
Kirkus Reviews
"Lawrence has an admirable relationship with the written word, and after many chapters of sharp edges and dark corners, readers will discover reason for hope."
Booklist
"With realistic and appealing characters and a delicately constructed plot, this is a well-told story of strength, grace, and growth."
CM: Canadian Review of Materials
"An easy read, with well-developed writing and plotting…While the story is not picturesque, it is raw and emotional, allowing the door to be opened for many different sensitive conversations. Highly Recommended."
Resource Links
"This is an exciting YA title…A taut page-turner…Strong characterization for both the main and secondary characters made this a treat to read. Even though this book was about a pretty heavy-duty topic, Lawrence actually made room for some humour and love of food. Highly recommended."
School Library Journal
"Fans of slow and serious emotional journeys of survival, like Laurie Halse Anderson's Speak, Sara Zarr's Story of a Girl, or Ashley Herring Blake's Girl Made of Stars, will find Greta's story especially moving"
Milliebot Reads blog
"A painful, relevant and beautiful story…This is a very important book. It’s full of great characters, relevant experiences and messages that younger (and probably some older) readers need to hear."
Must Read Literature: K thru YA
“This book offers a grand slam of excellent writing,
well-developed characters, a compelling plot and a universal theme.”
Youth Services Book Reviews
“For fans of realistic fiction…as in Laurie Halse Anderson’s Speak.”
Canadian Children's Booknews
“Realistic
and in-depth…Thus incredibly written story deals with several tough aspects of
our modern life, while still managing to maintain and give hope to its
readers…an excellent reminder that when difficult times come your way, you
should never give up hope.”