“Teens in the throes of adolescence will especially appreciate that Block’s poetry embraces both the dark and the light: her heartfelt advice acknowledges both roses and thorns…” - Horn Book Magazine
“A stirring exploration of female suffering and empowerment.” - Booklist
“Fans…will be awed by Block’s consistently fertile imagination and her honesty in illuminating the dark moments of girls’ and women’s lives.” - Publishers Weekly
“Teenage girls…will devour this insightful and powerful collection.” - School Library Journal
“Block delivers themes with a searing passion.” - Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
“Expertly blends fantasy and reality...fans will be awed by Block’s consistently fertile imagination and her honesty in illuminating the dark moments of girls’ and women’s lives.” - Publishers Weekly
“There is something for everyone in this short, beautifully written collection…poetry lovers or not, readers will find a wonderful read.” - Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) (starred review)