"Young readers who open this book with just a vague notion of who Fannie Lou Hamer was will wonder no more after absorbing this striking portrait of the singer and activist. Bold, honest, informative, and unforgettable."

— Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

"Weatherford's portrayal of the bibliophilic law clerk is so wondrous, readers won't be able to resist turning the pages to learn more."

— Shelf Awareness for Readers (starred review)

"An artful and introspective retelling of the life of a remarkable man and a painful era in U.S. history."

— School Library Journal (starred review)