"Sharp and funny . . . this essential purchase will spark interest in classical mythology and encourage readers to reach out to -others in times of stress." -- School Library Journal (starred review)
"Schmidt employs his signature narrative style, balancing scenes of humor and affecting gravity through Hercules's droll narration. A moving hero's journey." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review)
"This memorable novel offers emotional honesty, wit, and a hard-won, heartening perspective." -- Booklist (starred review)
"In his wry and sometimes gripping story of working through grief, Schmidt gives us glorious sunrises seen from the dunes -- where Hercules greets each day with a hello to his parents -- and a year in the life of a nursery." -- New York Times Book Review
"At once an epic journey toward self-discovery and a wonderfully entertaining yarn." -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
"Schmidt's narrative keeps readers engaged with action [and] humor." -- Horn Book Magazine
