“Young adult readers will become engrossed fully in this story of perseverance and new beginnings. Bertrand weaves a believable story and creates a protagonist with whom any teen could identify.”
—VOYA
“… selfless Trino is an appealing protagonist. Family ties are strong, and the teen issues, especially Trino's struggle between wanting to do for himself and sacrificing for his family, are entirely believable.”
—Booklist
“The story has high interest and a quick pace with realistic dialogue including suitably placed Spanish words and phrases. Characters are likeable and carefully drawn … (a) well-written sequel.”
—School Library Journal