“A winning tale of love.”
— Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
“Creech packs a tremendous amount of emotion between the lines of her understated prose… Animal lovers in particular will relish Louie’s hard-won triumphs and find joy in Winslow’s strength.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review)
“This heartwarming story is sure to be a hit with fans of E.B. White’s Charlotte’s Web and Kate DiCamillo’s Because of Winn-Dixie.” — School Library Journal (starred review)
“Woven into this narrative is a convincing portrayal of human growth and blossoming—the story is told simply but subtly, celebrating the unexpected strength of the vulnerable.” — Horn Book (starred review)
“Particularly skillful and satisfying… An ideal choice for reading aloud or alone.” — Booklist
“A clear-eyed look at the way humans endure heartbreak and hope.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
“The bond that develops between boy and donkey is genuinely heartwarming.... [Creech’s] words evoke imagery that will linger in a reader’s mind long after the final page.” — New York Times Book Review
“Plenty of heart and determination.” — Boston Globe