"A compelling tale of family love, tragedy, and friendship:"---Our State: North Carolina
      
      "Heartfelt [and] marked by an agreeable, vernacular narrative. Intriguing history and the powerful first-person voice will propel readers through to the novel's deeply satisfying
      conclusion."---Booklist
      
      "Chock-full of life, history and character development."---Kirkus Reviews
      
      "A compelling story of resourcefulness, loss, and the healing power of friendship."---School Library Journal
      
      "Three-hankie historical fiction manages to avoid too much sentiment by focusing on Ann Fay's determination and common sense."---Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
      
      "Engaging and informative."---Children's Literature