Out of It

"Kadarusman's use of social media elements, like text conversations and Facebook posts, lend credibility to the plot and authenticity to the characters...The well-drawn, realistic characters and exciting character-driven plot make for a very engaging story."

- Charlotte Duggan, CM: Canadian Review of Materials

"Out of It is an easy read and moves along at a satisfying pace as it covers relevant issues such as drugs, sexuality, assault, and peer pressure. Kadarusman illustrates the importance of looking beyond a person's actions and asks readers to evaluate the meaning of true friendship."

- Melissa Poole, Librarian at Belton Library, NetGalley Reviewer

"The Sidestreets series publishes wonderful books featuring YA and current social issues that are always spot on and Out of It is another example of how incredibly important it is to print these types of books in today's world . . . I found the story compelling and I couldn't turn the pages fast enough to find out what happens . . . Loved it."

- Tina Avon, NetGalley Reviewer

"This book is a useful resource to address cyber-bullying and physical assault. It also raises important questions concerning peer pressure."

- Hayley Toivanen, Resource Links

"Kadarusman takes readers on an engaging, emotion-filled ride, offering a refreshing and, ultimately, feel-good slice of life through the eyes of one teen paddling her way through those waters while teetering on the edge of adulthood."

- Jennifer D. Foster, National Reading Campaign