"The particulars of farm life, high school relationships, and college decisions are imparted with uncommon realism, and Murdock showcases the unexpected drama of everyday characters making mundane but essential life decisions. D.J.'s voice is intimate and compelling, her story both universal and unique, familiar and eye-opening. Here is a worthy send-off for a one-of-a-kind character."--"Horn Book"""
"[D.J.'s] self-deprecating and humorous voice is still as fresh the third time around.." --"Booklist" "Murdock successfully integrates fresh trials and pressures, well-developed primary and likable peripheral characters, and amusing introspection into the backstory. . .D.J. is ultimately a responsible, realistically flawed, funny, endearing, and strong heroine worth rooting for whether on the court or on the page."--"School Library Journal""" "Front and Center is a perfect coming of age story and a completely satisfying conclusion to the three-book series."--"Jen Robinson's Book Page bl