Praise and Reviews for First Time Cont'd

"Realistic dialogue and situations characterize this novel. Struggling readers will appreciate the quick pacing and the low reading/high interest level."
— School Library Journal - March 1, 2009

"Teens will find themselves engrossed in this tale of sexual abuse. Self-examination is just one of the outcomes for those who read this tale. Recommended."
— Library Media Connection - March 1, 2009

"Mature readers will sympathize with Haley's difficult situation."
— The Horn Book Guide - December 1, 2008

"The lack of a sweetly tied up ending is a point in this title's favor, allowing the reader to come up with their own ideas... A possible high/low choice for high school age female readers."
— NMRLS Youth Services Book Review Group - April 1, 2009

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