Wing Nut

"The story of a boy who finally finds a place to call home should resonate deeply." --Kirkus Reviews

"Grady, Charlie, and Lila have sharp edges that reveal their individual personalities. Their emotions are heartfelt, and readers will be encouraged by the hopeful, upbeat ending . . . [A] satisfying story." --School Library Journal

"A spirited, fresh treatment of the familiar plot of a homeless but self-reliant family finding permanence." --The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

"[A] well-told tale." --Voice of Youth Advocates

"What will attract readers like martins to a gourd nest is the author's careful integration of bird lore and the unusual challenges of creating and maintaining a purple martin colony. A good book for reluctant boy readers." --Booklist