


Excellent." - School Library Journal, starred review"This novel abounds in heart, shining a spotlight on the gritty truths about homelessness." - Publishers Weekly "Vivid and compelling." - Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, Praise for Chasing Vermeer : "Balliett is an original. Enthralling and satisfying." - Kirkus Reviews, starred review* "Balliett paints a vivid picture, a literary composition reminiscent of an Impressionist painting. will pierce all readers." - Booklist, starred review* "A moving story of homelessness, family, and the love of words and books. multi-faceted Early Pearl, ever observant and always pondering, shines as bright as any diamond." - New York Time Book Review * "Wonderful. kids are in for an adventure." - Chicago Sun-Times Praise for Hold Fast : " latest and most heart-rending novel. Thick with devilish red herrings, this smart, playful story never stops challenging (and exhilarating) the audience." - Publishers Weekly "Puzzles, codes, letters, number and wordplay, a bit of danger, a vivid sense of place, and a wealth of quirky characters enrich the exciting, fast-paced story that's sure to be relished by mystery lovers." - School Library Journal Praise for TheWright 3 : * "Another tour de force." - Kirkus Reviews, starred review Praise for The Calder Game : * "Balliett outdoes herself with this ambitious novel." - Publishers Weekly, starred review* "Balliett again offers readers new ways to think." - Booklist, starred reviewPraise for The Danger Box :* "This highly satisfying story will enlighten readers even as it inspires them to think." - School Library Journal, starred review"A spine-tingling tale. Praise for Chasing Vermeer : "Balliett is an original.
