Reception
Entertainment Weekly, Kliatt and Teens Read Too all applauded the novel for its realism.
Rayburn's characterisation came in for particular praise, with Kliatt saying of Maggie that "her personality practically jumps off the page", and that the supporting characters are "nuanced" and "just as well-thoughtout". Entertainment Weekly described the titular character as "a resourceful, likeable kid" but felt that she is "simply drawn".
School Library Journal called the novel "thoughtful" and "empowering", while Kliatt thought it "engaging, earnest". Teens Read Too said it "will inspire readers everywhere", rating the book as "5 Stars" and gaving it a Gold Award. Entertainment Weekly graded the book as a "B".
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