“Smart and humorous, negotiating some provocative territory with grace and flair and employing the Cinderella motif with quiet effectiveness.” - Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
“It’s terrific to have a cast of characters so talented, smart, and socially responsible.” - KLIATT
“Kayla is the sort of funny, generous person anyone would love to have for a best friend....Cirrone is an author to watch..” - School Library Journal
“A protest, a love interest, a rival, refreshing humor, and a protagonist who finds self-acceptance in a judgmental world. This will find a ready audience.” - Kirkus Reviews
“Engaging. The mystery and its resolution...raise thought-provoking questions about cultural expectations for girls and women.” - Publishers Weekly
“A promising author.” - Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA)