“Mills...manages to develop the interpersonal dynamics in a way recurrent readers will appreciate while still including enough single-volume focus for new fans. This will suit girls keen on the lip gloss and flirtation but looking for a bit more thought behind them.” —The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

“This humorous, appealing tale is realistic, touching, and evenly paced.” —School Library Journal

“Mills lays out her themes for her audience clearly but not patronizingly, and always realistically and with good humor.” —The Horn Book

“Terrific title with spot-on dialogue, characters, and humor. Though it can be read independently, fans of the first four will giggle, groan and gush as they relate to Marcia's angst. As unblemished as a good makeover.” —Kirkus Reviews

“Mills' realistic characters-kids, teachers, parents, and the elderly-show anger, sadness, humor, and surprise. Readers new to the series will want the other books, too.” —Booklist

“The dialogue is on target, and the characters ring true with their humorous and passionate take on life. Mills creates a funny and touching middle school world, filled with recognizable and believable characters.” —VOYA