A Kids' Indie Next List Pick Five starred reviews ""[A] gorgeous exemplar of the graphic novel format. The story's emotional depth is amplified tenfold by illustrations so immersive, so dynamic that they effortlessly sweep readers into the trajectory of Franny and Sam's romance." -- The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books , starred review "Breathtaking. An immersive and hopeful story that will incite both heartache and radiant joy." -- Publishers Weekly , starred review "A striking and viscerally affecting tale of love, loss, and letting go." -- Kirkus , starred review "This heartfelt, haunting graphic novel [weaves] an unforgettable contemporary tale of teenage love and loss. A must-read for fans of paranormal romances." -- Horn Book Magazine, starred review "This is a slow, lovely, and thoughtful story about the power of love versus the finality of death.

" -- School Library Journal, starred review "This hypnotic take on Orpheus and Eurydice celebrates first loves, withstands the toll of grief, and embraces healing." -- Booklist "Beautiful and necessary. I needed to read this book. And probably you do, too." --Craig Thompson, author of Blankets Lunar New Year Love Story : " A positive and beautiful work of art that will make an impression on readers." - School Library Journal, starred review " Yang and Pham do a wonderful job of weaving fractured families and romantic yearning with fantasy elements that show emotional states and growth, with plenty of humor throughout." - Horn Book , starred review "Poignant moments amplified by evocatively colored digitally rendered panels address deep issues of parental abandonment and grief, while interjections of comic relief and a riveting subplot surrounding lion dancing result in a well-paced, well-balanced dual effort." -- Publisher's Weekly , starred review.