From School Library Journal
Gr 9 UpA clear and lively glimpse at a favorite author and a critical analysis of her work. Browns chronological approach helps readers understand what makes Lasky tick as a writer and how her life has influenced her books. The chapters on writing historical fiction are particularly interesting, providing insight into Laskys methods and the choices one must make in order to create a compelling, authentic picture of a particular time period. The literary criticism is thorough and fair. Brown provides a chronology, detailed notes and references, a selected bibliography, and black-and-white photographs of Lasky and her family. Students may find this book useful for reports, but its main audience will be adults looking for background material for teaching and promoting YA literature.Jennifer Ralston, Harford County Public Library, Belcamp, MD
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