This book is the winner of numerous awards. It was recognised in the High School category by the Black-Eyed Susan Award. It was recognised by the Carolyn W Field Award. It also was recognised in the Ages 14+ category by the Capitol Choices Noteworthy Books for Children and Teens.

This book has been graded for interest at 14-18 years.

There are 208 pages in this book. This book was published 2009 by Farrar, Straus and Giroux (Byr) .