“Honest and unflinching, this is a compelling story of one teen’s struggle with cancer, love, and living. A worthwhile addition.” — School Library Journal
“Readers will turn the last page wanting to know where the next chapter leads.” — Kirkus Reviews
“Alice and Harvey’s relationship is raw, honest, moving, and unapologetic in its depiction of their individual, and collective, pain.” — Booklist
“Julie Murphy weaves together a tender and funny tale of love, friendship, heartache, and redemption. SIDE EFFECTS MAY VARY explodes with brutal honesty, brilliant wit, and unflinching heart.” — John Corey Whaley, winner of the Michael L. Printz Award for WHERE THINGS COME BACK
“Julie Murphy’s SIDE EFFECTS MAY VARY is a funny, heartfelt, honest look at the beauty and the risk of getting a second chance. An inspiring novel about all the things worth living for. I adored this debut!” — Siobhan Vivian, author of The List
“A funny and touching novel about a strong-willed heroine who finds facing death simple, but facing life heart-wrenchingly complicated. A real original.” — Jennifer Echols, author of GOING TOO FAR
“A tale of unlikely romance, impossible obstacles, and mortality, this book is a must-read.” — Teen Vogue
“It’s equal parts fun, cringe-worthy, and totally fearless!” — Seventeen Magazine
“An unexpected twist on the typical cancer story.” — Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA)