"Another great mystery with our strong Anishnaabe Kwe Cady! As with the first book in this series, Cady and the Birchbark Box gives the reader insight into life on a Native American Reservation while also taking them on an exciting journey! The characters feel authentic and the use of Native traditions sprinkled throughout makes this book feel like home. I got sucked into the story immediately and love a good mystery! Native readers (children and adults alike) will feel seen and I wish I had this series to read when I was a child. I am thrilled that my children will grow up with Cady on their bookshelf. We will read of her adventures while drinking Ginger Ale and sitting outside with the Blue Jays. Until next time Cady, bama pi." --Larissa Wandahsega, Hannahville Indian Community member

"I loved getting to know Cady! When I owned Falling Rock Cafe and Bookstore in Munising, MI, we sold many copies of Ann Dallman's first book in this series, Cady and the Bear Necklace. It was definitely a favorite among our customers. The mystery component of this second book kept me turning the pages, and I loved the coming-of-age aspects as well. It is very hard to find books for this age group about Native American culture, so I was happy to see another book by such an excellent writer and wonderful storyteller! Young people will enjoy the diverse themes, including journal writing, reservation life, Native American artistry, and intergenerational relationships. I hope there is a book 3 in this series!" --Nancy Dwyer, Munising, MI

"Cady and the Birchbark Box is a wonderful second addition to the series. It is refreshing to read a book you can identify with and that represents your people and community--especially when there were so few fiction works involving the Anishnaabe people from the Upper Peninsula. Ms. Dallman provided many historically and culturally accurate examples that will encourage youth to keep reading. As an adult, it was a strong reminder to follow the traditions we were taught---no matter where you end up in life. --Cassie Gill, tribal member of Hannahville Potawatomi and former high school student of Ms. Dallman

"Cady Whirlwind Thunder has a name befitting her delight-ful, whirlwind personality. This beautiful short novel presents an intriguing mystery woven with Cady's Native American heritage and cultural reverence for birchbark. I smiled many times at Cady's problems and family challenges. Cady has a sense of humor regarding teenage struggles and good advice on topics ranging from not talking back to her parents to finding ways to get along with gnarly friends. The reverence for her grandmothers will also create a warm spot in a reader's heart. This well-crafted novel immerses readers in the elegance of Native American culture, as it delivers an emotional, intriguing mystery that readers from middle grade through adults will enjoy. Highly recommended!" --Christine DeSmet, author, Fudge Shop mystery series and member, Mystery Writers of America and Sisters in Crime

"I was away at a wholesale show when the books arrived; I just unpacked them today. I was able to read Cady and the Bear Necklace while sitting in our booth waiting for customers. I loved it! I really liked how the Native American traditions and modern way of life were interspersed throughout the book and never felt like it was part of a "lecture," which I find often in YA. Well done!" --Laurie Rose, owner, Thunder Bay Press, West Branch, MI