[3] On My Honor has been used in the United States as part of school curriculums[4][5] and has a separate study guide authored by Gail D.

Tony has a different idea, though—a reckless one—to ford the dangerous Vermilion River in order to stand on its sandbar.

Publishers Weekly stated that On My Honor was "devastating but beautifully written" and dealt with death and love in an honest and gripping manner.

[7] Kirkus Reviews agreed and added that Bauer crafted a "compassionate portrayal of a boy's struggle with conscience.

"[1] Between 1990 and 1999, On My Honor was one of the hundred books most frequently considered for banning in libraries and schools.