Call Me Amy

“In a small town in Maine in the 1970’s, Amy is standingon the brink of childhood. The events that will force her to discover who she is, what she is made of and how shewants others to perceive her are sweetly told through awkward teenage moments, the triumphs and sadnessesof that age and ultimately, Amy’s discovery of herown beliefs, strength and courage.”
Kathleen Benner Duble, acclaimed author of THE SACRIFICE

This is a wonderful YA tale for the simple fact that it shows one and all that the power and courage to stand up and be heard in this life comes from within. Having all the ingredients of first love, faith, loss and strength makes ‘Amy’ unforgettable. — Feathered Quill

“Call Me Amy” is a powerful read that should prove so very hard to put down, highly recommended. — Midwest Book Review

Well-drawn, sympathetic characters and the developing spark between Amy and Craig combine to create a pleasant, satisfying read. — Kirkus Reviews

In a small town in Maine in the 1970’s, Amy is standingon the brink of childhood. The events that will force her to discover who she is, what she is made of and how shewants others to perceive her are sweetly told through awkward teenage moments, the triumphs and sadnessesof that age and ultimately, Amy’s discovery of herown beliefs, strength and courage. — Kathleen Benner Duble, acclaimed author of THE SACRIFICE

A wounded seal pup propels 13-year-old Amy Henderson into an unlikely alliance with an unusual older woman and a mysterious boy in a small Maine fishing village. Readers will cheer for Amy as she protects Pup, gains confidence, faces challenges, and comes up with an idea that could change not only the future of her village, but also, her own life. With a skillful hand, Strykowski introduces us to a small town with memorable characters and the girl who could bring them all together. — Anne Broyles, award-winning author of PRISCILLA AND THE HOLLYHOCKS

Call Me Amy is a powerful read that should prove so very hard to put down, highly recommended. — Midwest Book Review

Strykowski lovingly captures seaside Maine and the travails of adolescence in her quiet, sweet-natured debut novel. Readers should still enjoy losing themselves in the coastal setting, especially those who share Amy’s concern for animals. — Publishers Weekly

Strykowski ably depicts Amy’s insecurity and self-doubt, Craig’s bravura and pain, and Miss Cogshell’s wisdom with a deft, convincing touch. In essence, Amy comes of age as she fights to find her voice in the outside world and shed some of her debilitating insecurity. Readers will cheer her on, and her splendid team too. — Booklist

Every once in a while, a book comes along that you just can’t put down. This book draws you in so deeply, you just have to keep reading. Set in the 1970?s, it is a heartwarming story of friendship and coming of age. Miss Cogshell, Amy and Craig would not normally be friends. As their relationship grown, the reader is drawn into their story and feels a connection to these characters. The story is well-developed and has enough twists and turns to keep even a reluctant reader interested. — Library Media Connection