“Somebody’s Someone is a real treat for young readers, blending humor, love and friendship in the story of a twelve-year-old meeting the challenges of life with a mentally ill parent head on. I highly recommend it for young readers.”
– Barbara Binns, award-winning author of Courage and Unlawful Orders

"The novel's heady mix of realism and buoyancy carries all the way to the extraordinary ending. Dzamesi's spectacular black and white artwork renders such indelible images as Ruby's big, soulful eyes and Daisy's even bigger hat.   A young girl's bumpy life begets an uplifting narrative journey."  -- Kirkus Reviews

"A compassionate novel exploring the lifeforce of a child's love."
--Independent Book Review

"The story serves as Ruby’s love letter to her mother and a powerful reflection of the strength of family bonds. Yai Dzamesi’s vibrant illustrations add another layer of warmth, illuminating Ruby’s story and emphasizing the quiet strength of belonging. A beautifully illustrated, soul-stirring story that will stay with readers long after they’ve turned the final page." -- The Praries Book Review

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