"Two girls try to find their way in the city. O'Brien's first novel is a bleak comedy. If you can find it, read the trilogy and see how it all turns out."
"Binchy is a guilty pleasure for some. I don't read much of her stuff now, but I do have very fond memories of this book. It was the first of hers that I read."
"While I am a big fan of Doyle's work, I have a special place in my heart for this novel as it captures the young boy's voice perfectly. Sweet and sad in equal measures."
