Quotes
“An engaging, clever, suspenseful story in which readers—especially dog-loving teens—will easily lose themselves.” Kirkus Reviews
“Barnes smartly maps the psychological landscape of a girl working through her early-life trauma, which makes this mystery, seen through Kira’s eyes, layered and compelling. The wilderness survival component ups the stakes, and for animal-loving teens, the dogs add an intriguing and little-seen element.” Booklist
“Barnes sensitively addresses Kira’s childhood trauma, as well as her resulting anxiety…The twist-heavy, suspenseful plot will keep reluctant readers tuned in.” School Library Journal
“Emily Lawrence narrates Kira’s story in a deliberate tone…[and] delivers Kira’s thoughts and dialogue in the clipped voice of someone who is determined to hold herself together and to prove she is ready to take part in a life-or-death operation. As the search intensifies, Lawrence weaves Kira’s powerful reawakened memories into Kira’s careful narrative.” AudioFile
“A propulsive mystery-thriller…makes you feel the urgency of a search and rescue, while laying the clues for a twisted crime.” Maureen Johnson, author of Truly Devious
“Knife-edged suspense, a fantastic plot, and authentic characters—both human and canine. The Lovely and the Lost grips you from the first page.” Allison Brennan, author of Cut and Run