"[T]he Volpe siblings are relatable as they shut each other out; their journey toward reconnecting is well worth the ride. Heider skillfully interweaves seemingly disparate threads into this character-centered, heartfelt story, culminating in a satisfying conclusion."
—Publishers Weeklly* "Readers will be hard put to judge whether which is more entertaining—the plot or the cast—but between the two there’s never a dull moment. A buoyant ending leaves Winston, Louise, and the bear (who even gets a POV turn in one chapter) in better places."
—Booklist* "This tender, wacky, and often humorous story will be enjoyed by all middle grade readers. Librarians looking for books on unique and timely health topics in fiction should consider this title."
—School Library Journal, starred review"This is a story about teamwork in every sense of the word. It touches on how important it is to work together, support each other, and to ask for help when needed."
—School Library Connection"Offbeat and poignant, this is a healing balm for living in an imperfect galaxy."
—Kirkus