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Bauer, Cat
2 Reviews
(2)
YA
On Saturday, October 9, sixteen-year-old Harley (Harley, Like a Person) will have her first gallery show, survive a trip to her hometown, and find out whether she's pregnant. Although Harley's excitement about the opening is mixed with worries, the novel's tone remains upbeat. An unexpected family revelation seems a bit too unlikely, but the main focus, Harley's emotional life, rings true.
Reviewer: Lauren Adams
| Horn Book Magazine Issue:
March, 2007
(2)
YA
In a frank, first-person narrative, Harley tells the story of her fifteenth year, a year in which she uncovers the truth about her parentage, loses her best friend, experiences her first love, and begins to define herself. The teenager-ish writing convincingly evokes Harley's honest voice. The novel would have benefited from a bit more focus; still, the substance of Harley's experiences and her solid characterization are maintained throughout.
Reviewer: Lauren Adams
| Horn Book Magazine Issue:
May, 2000
2 reviews
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