“Gorgeous, compelling, and painful.” 

– Kirkus Reviews

“The odd bond between Gloria and Hattie is humorously depicted, believable, and touching, especially at the story’s climax. Teens will enjoy the unique characters, the relationship dynamics between Hattie and Gloria, and the surprise plot twist.” 

– SLJ

"Furniss' newest book strikes a graceful balance of witty British humor and a serious exploration of self-discovery." 

– Booklist

“Well-developed, likable characters and various subplots fill out this satisfying story…Teens may identify with a lovely young woman grappling with complicated life issues.” 

– School Library Connection

“Hattie and Gloria are such fantastic central characters. What a lovely, lovely book!”

– Lisa Williamson, author of The Art of Being Normal

“An absolutely gorgeous, heartfelt and incredibly enjoyable follow up to The Year of the Rat ... Clare writes about serious subjects lightly but with real feeling, and conveys family relationships so well.”

– Robin Stevens, author of Murder Most Unladylike

“Emotional, moving and thought provoking, and I loved it.”

– The Sun

“This isn't the first YA novel to incorporate dementia as a plot device, but it's gloriously funny, deeply emotional and a triumph.”

– Sally Morris, The Daily Mail

“This novel, encompassing violence to women, changing attitudes to unmarried mothers, and many kinds of love, is funny, sharply observed, shocking and wonderful.”

– Nicolette Jones, The Sunday Times