"Finding Violet Park is a wonderful debut for many reasons! the book is astute! full of bitter-sweet observations. The plot is so well controlled that you never anticipate the clever ending." Guardian Review

"Ultra-original and brilliantly written, this will have you laughing and crying, too." Mizz

"Clever and totally assured, it is hard to believe that this is a first novel from a new author! [an] ingenious novel from a writer who already has much to offer. *****" Nicholas Tucker, Books for Keeps

"Memorable and well-paced, this is a book to help young people grow in spite of adversity." Carousel

"This is terrific stuff and quite unlike anything else I've come across!. a powerful and compelling story! and manages to give every question, every problem, every doubt its right weight -- no more, no less." Inis

"Narrated by the most unique voice since 'Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, this is a quirky and original voyage of self-discovery! a terrific book." Gateway

"Profound, funny and beautifully written: I doubt I'll read a better teenage novel this year." Bournemouth Daily Echo

"A captivating novel! Hilarious and dramatic in turns." Liverpool Echo "Prepare to be thrilled and chilled" School House magazine