About the Author

Barry Jonsberg is a multiple award-winning writer of young adult and middle-grade novels. He lives and teaches in Darwin, Australia.

Reviews

"Candice Phee is a memorable character and one that many readers will likely want to befriend."--Kidsreads
"A heartfelt and humorous novel sure to resonate with any kid that feels different-and as Candice's story reveals, that's almost everyone."-Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
"Readers would have to have stone-cold hearts to not root for Candice to succeed."--Booklist
"You'll like this book AND love it."--Elizabeth Bird, A Fuse #8 Production, a School Library Journal blog
"Candice is a strong central character, full of personality."-School Library Journal
"Jonsberg has created a memorable heroine in Candice, whose determined attempts to heal her family and understand her place in the world will stick with readers."--Publishers Weekly