“Kerbel’s sensitive portrayal of issues such as bullying, humiliation and peer pressure makes this novel a very engrossing and thought-provoking read appealing to many teens.”
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Girl on the Other Side Reviews
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
“This novel would be good for students, particularly girls, who are interested in a good story or who are having a hard time in school - it might help them know - just as it helped Tabby and Lora - that there is someone else who understands.”
Thursday, January 14, 2010
“The way the stories of these two young girls ebb and flow and finally intertwine is ingenious! A must read! I was drawn in immediately by the two person perspective of this story and became an active participant in the story, yes that means tears and all…. “
“With original characters, a fantastic storyline, and excellent writing, this book deserves five stars!”
Saturday, December 19, 2009
“Girl on the Other Side is a gut-punch of a book…it had such a powerful message for such a short book. It is my opinion that this book has a place in all middle/high school libraries, as it’s one I feel most teenagers should read…”
-April, Reading Is the Spice of Life
Thursday, December 10, 2009
“I loved the family issues added to each side of the story and, for me, that’s what really made it stand out in my mind. I recommend this one.”
Monday, December 7, 2009
“Kerbel’s depictions of each girl’s very different brands of personal pain are stirring.”
“Deborah Kerbel has once again taken a critical topic in today’s teen world and dealt with it sensitively through a beautifully written story. Bravo!”
-Mahtab Narsimhan, award-winning author of The Third Eye and The Silver Anklet
“…a lovely and amazingly well written novel. Deborah Kerbel takes her readers inside the hearts and minds of two young teen girls whose lives cross in a most interesting and emotionally charged way.”
-Marina Cohen, author of Ghost Ride
Sunday, November 22, 2009
“Girl on the Other Side is an engaging and insightful story that I would recommend to anyone and everyone. Though [Kerbel]’s only written two book so far, I believe it is safe to say that she is definitely one of my favorite authors now.”
-Briana, The Book Pixie
Friday, October 30, 2009
“I just finished reading Girl on the Other Side and was blown away by the sensitive, realistic and engaging writing of this book…I loved, loved this book - full of realistic dialogue and scary moments which are made all the more scary because they are happening to YA all around the world.”
Monday, October 26, 2009
“I identified strongly with bits of both Tabby and Lora, and I know I’ve met them both, back in school…their conflicting perspectives are an eye-opening reminder to the reader of the importance of independent thought.”
-Debbie Ridpath Ohi, Writer and Illustrator
Saturday, September 19, 2009
“Kerbel gives her readers a fast-paced and intriguing plot, many memorable scenes and an insightful look into the emotions of two very real teenage girls. Girl on the Other Side is a novel which is entertaining yet thought-provoking at the same time, and it will have great appeal for many female young adult readers”
4 / 4 Stars.
-Ann Ketcheson, CM Magazine
Monday, September 14, 2009
“This book tells a story that sets a perfect example of why teenagers should not judge each other and try to be friends with those who are different than themselves. Girl on the Other Side was highly emotional…I recommend this book to high school females.”