“Bruchac’s fast-moving tale is steeped in Indian lore that injects this otherwise straightforward thriller with a sense of meaning and even spirituality. A perfect book to gobble up in a single, sweaty sitting.” — ALA Booklist
“The author brings Abenaki ways of life and thought in the modern world into sharp focus here.” — Kirkus Reviews
“The intriguing Native lore, the realistic teen narrative, and cliff-hanger sentences that build suspense at the end of each chapter are signature Bruchac and will captivate readers.” — School Library Journal