“WOW it packs a real emotional punch. What a stunning story … I'm a sucker for stories about struggling kids who find something meaningful.” – Jo Cotterill"Heartbreaking and warming all at the same time and of course, because it’s Helen, espresso-splutteringly funny." — Claire Hatcher-Smith"A story that really makes you think." – The Week Junior"A moving, funny, insightful, and inspiring book that packs a huge punch in under a hundred pages of wide-spaced text, many of them evocatively illustrated" – The School Librarian"A deeply emotional journey in a short space of time." — Emily Haworth-Booth, Little Rebels judge"An authentic depiction of working class people… it's so refreshing to see an author get it so right." — Alom Shaha, Little Rebels judge"A story about identity and courage, and family loyalties, and it leaves the reader with questions which they can determine the answers for. We see the world through Lacey’s eyes, and this adds authenticity and insight." – Rebecca Kennedy, Just Imagine"Such a heartfelt, touching tale about how music can offer solace to those who need it … sensitively written short story about the importance that kindness and empathy can play in finding yourself." – Little Blog of Library Treasures"Difficult, rebellious Lacey is depicted with humour and understanding, and the story twists and keeps us hooked right until the end. A very satisfying read." – An Awfully Big Blog Adventure