"Although the stories are heartbreaking, they also offer solace and hope to other youth who may be suffering through similar experiences."
– Kirkus Reviews, February 15, 2017
"Reads like an engrossing news program...Uplifting in its message and captivating in its content, this book
goes beyond typical hero worship to explore the notion of role models in modern society."
– Booklist, April 15, 2017
"Pitts’s sensitive storytelling and deep empathy for young people provide the backdrop for these compelling narratives."
– School Library Journal, April 2017