“An exciting, thought-provoking adventure.” — Booklist (starred review)
“This is an exciting, page-turning tale. Middle grade readers will be compelled by Eleanor’s daredevil adventure to find her mom and thrilled as she unearths some startling secrets.” — School Library Journal
“Kirby delivers a fast-paced, intense story. Readers should . . . find it easy to root for headstrong, resourceful Eleanor as she barrels ahead, heedless of consequences, trying to save her mother.” — Publishers Weekly
“Enough excitement and quick-paced danger to keep readers intrigued throughout this volume and for subsequent entries in the series.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books