[5] She enjoyed writing and reading from childhood and names authors Christopher Pike and Lois Duncan, and the book Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry as early favorites.
"[6] Kirkus Reviews wrote, "With her dizzying concept, richly imagined narrator, ornate setting, and first-rate storytelling, Morrow offers an epiphany for readers of speculative fiction with echoes of ideas explored in films like Blade Runner and Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind.
Still, the sheer variety in this collection’s earnest depiction of bravery in the face of painful adversity is inspiring, making for an admirably contemporary addition to many libraries and at-home bookshelves.
[4] The book centers on an African-American high school student and siren named Tavia who attempts to her keep her identity a secret while living in Portland where magical creatures are oppressed.
"[15] Fiona Hartley-Kroeger wrote in a review for The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, "Morrow skillfully balances acerbic social commentary and relatable teen angst with understated, heart-pounding tension...currents of racism and misogyny are palpable beneath a surface veneer of civility that threatens to erupt into violence at any moment.
Fellow author Tracy Deonn also praised the book: "Bethany C. Morrow's prose is a sharpened blade in a practiced hand, cutting to the core of our nation's history.
AudioFile stated in a positive review, "Narrator Eboni Flowers creates the perfect voice for the charismatic Naema in this thoughtful story meshing magic and media.