“Tough yet tender, Grit explores new things about the girl everyone thinks they know.” — Mindy McGinnis, award-winning author of The Female of the Species
“Touching, funny, and wise, Grit takes you on a journey you’ll remember long after turning the last page.” — Christina Baker Kline, New York Times bestselling author of Orphan Train
★ “Gorgeously written and helmed by a protagonist with an indelibly fierce heart.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
★ “Keen plotting, evocative writing, and dynamic characterization make French a writer to watch.” — Booklist (starred review)
“Much like Summer’s All the Rage and Smith’s The Way I Used to Be, this [story] explores the damage of a culture that sees women only in regards to their sexual history and not who they are.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
“Excellent teen drama. This page-turner will hold the interest of mystery fans. A strong choice for most collections.” — School Library Journal
“Lands an effective punch.” — Publishers Weekly
“Gripping. Complex but patient plotting and evocative prose elevate this moody coming-of-age novel.” — The Horn Book