"In a quietly suspenseful book, Swinarski shows how frequently written-off behavior can constitute sexual harassment, and how individuals can create change by having the courage to question the narrative."
-- Publisher's Weekly on What Happened to Rachel Riley
"This messy middle-school drama shines a light on what it means to develop identity. Illuminating."
-- Kirkus Reviews on The Kate In Between
"Well written and on point, Swinarski's middle-grade take on the mean-girls novel will resonate with readers looking for a realistic story that doesn't gloss over choices or consequences, giving them complex ideas to contemplate."
-- Booklist on The Kate In Between
"The Kate In Between is a perfect portrayal of the middle school struggle to fit in and find one's true self. Kate's voice had me hooked from the first page. Outstanding!" -- Lisa Greenwald, author of the Friendship List series
"What Happened to Rachel Riley has every single thing a middle grade reader could want: a twisty mystery; relatable, authentic teen characters; and the kind of demonstrated courage that seeps into our souls and leaves us feeling brave. This book is going to change lives."
-- Carrie Firestone, author of Dress Coded
"An engaging and inspiring novel about standing up for what's right, being your authentic self, and finding the strength to use your voice." -- Lynne Kelly, author of Song For a Whale
"What begins as a look into bullying and the social politics of middle school expands into a revealing study of sexual harassment. An empowering and empathetic companion to Barbara Dee's Maybe He Just Likes You and Brigit Young's The Prettiest." -- Booklist (starred review)
"Well drawn. A promising debut novel."
-- Booklist
