The incorporation of Shakespearean references and poetry gives the story a more mature feel and balances the youthful earnestness of Rosie and Adam. The mystery and magic are subtle, but the little clues that pop up keep the story tense. --School Library Journal * Plays and lore of Shakespeare trickle through this expertly plotted novel, which will leaving lovers of--and newcomers to--the Bard wanting more. --Publishers Weekly, starred review Zimmerman provides a wonderful blend of literary puzzles, adventure, and musings over memory and identity. --Booklist [Zimmerman] deftly weaves the difficulty of loss into a tale of triumph, Rosemary's strength of character keeping her buoyed through the emotional tumult she must navigate to save her friend...A spellbinding story about friendship and the power of prose. --Kirkus