"Kelly's biography reveals the extraordinary life of Josefina "Joey" Guerrero. Despite considering herself ordinary, Guerrero was anything but. Kelly's meticulously researched work provides rich context on Philippine colonization, WWII, and Hansen's disease, complemented by maps, historical photographs, and illustrations. This compelling biography belongs in every library, enhancing instruction and research on women's history, WWII, the Philippines, and Hansen's disease." - School Library Journal (starred review) "Kelly excavates the life of a brave, little-known Filipina who helped the Allied Forces win WWII while living with Hansen's disease, also known as leprosy. Kelly recreates vivid moments throughout [Joey Guerrero's] life, interspersing historical context surrounding key figures, leprosy treatment, and Filipino history. The result is a handy primer for those interested in the period, and a bolstering entreaty for readers to seek out more information." - Publishers Weekly At Last She Stood tells Guerrero's story with compassion and respect, and enables the young audience to appreciate the incredible depth of her courage and resilience.

[It] gives a remarkable woman the respect and recognition she deserves. - Shelf Awareness "An intriguing, well-told account of an extraordinary life." - Kirkus Reviews "Newbery medalist Kelly returns to her journalism roots with this biography of Josefina "Joey" Guerrero, a small but fierce Filipina woman who overcame staggering challenges. A courageous, uplifting biography of a woman almost lost to history." - Booklist "In this gripping biography, readers are introduced to Josefina "Joey" Guerrero, a Filipino spy in World War II. Joey's remarkable life and her sheer persistence through pain to effect change is.carefully developed and well-presented." - Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "A fitting tribute to a fascinating figure.

" - Horn Book Magazine "Kelly, a two-time Newbery Medalist and one of the most accomplished Filipino-American writers today, gives Josefina "Joey" Guerrero the narrative she deserves: unadorned but alive, inspirational with a counterpoint that inspiration is also propaganda, reverent but never overzealous. Kelly's book might be for young readers, but the men and women in their lives should be right there, turning the pages with them." - Esquire.