From the Publisher
The dogged struggle of the family in their trailer rings true . . . and no easy solution is offered. Kids will be moved by the burdens on the oldest girl, who resents adult responsibility and yet finds the loving strength to reach beyond her years.” —Booklist
“With colorful regional language and clear psychological insight, Hesse's debut ranks with Betsy Byars's Pinballs and Cynthia Voight's Homecoming in describing families surviving as best they can under economic privation.” —Publishers Weekly
“Hesse captures the spirits of a stalwart young heroine and her family.” —School Library Journal
“A compassionate story of a poor family who are rich in solidarity and spirit.” —Horn Book Guide
