"Brenna Larsen tenderly narrates this story about love, loss, and the enduring power of art. . . . As the mystery deepens, the sharp-eared listener will notice that Davey's infrequently heard voice becomes more and more like Bex's own. Larsen also gives each of the supporting characters a distinct tone that rounds out this quietly moving audio." --
AudioFile"
When Sea Becomes Sky is an emotional, realistic chronicle of a special summer that considers big questions and appreciates quiet moments with mastery, compassion and care." --
BookPage"A moving portrait of grief and growing up, and when the novel's secret is ultimately revealed, readers will find themselves turning back to appreciate the well-laid clues they missed. The narrative is gentle and compassionate in dealing with the natural human instinct to hang on to a place, a person, or even a certain version of yourself, but the book also forces its protagonist (and reader) to confront the terrifying inevitability of change. . . McDunn offers a bittersweet ode to the heartbreakingly ephemeral periods in life, and this novel provides a possible path forward after loss, even if it cannot offer easy answers." --
BCCB, starred review
"Expansive mystery starring two closely bonded siblings." --
Publishers Weekly
"Written with immediacy and grace . . . fully engaging novel." --
Booklist, starred review
"The pages shine with love, loss, and a sense of place . . . A mystery that, as it is uncovered, becomes something much more profound." --
Krkus Reviews"A beauty of a story." --Rajani LaRocca, Newbery Honor-winning author of
Red, White, and Whole
Honestly Elliot"Elliot narrates his story, providing realistic, firsthand insights into living with ADHD. A refreshingly honest exploration of family and friendship." --
Kirkus Reviews, starred review
Caterpillar Summer (A
Parents Magazine and
Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year • An Amazon Best Book of the Month • An Indies Introduce Pick • A Texas Bluebonnet Award Master List Book)
"An engrossing, heartwarming, beautifully written debut about building and rebuilding family ties." --
Kirkus Reviews, starred review
