Critical Praise for The September Sisters:

"In her memorable debut novel, Cantor follows a family so devastated by the disappearance of a daughter that it never fully recovers. . . Abby's memories of her sister and her wide range of emotions . . . make the story startlingly real." -- Publishers Weekly

"Abby's voice, resigned and mildly plaintive, rings true, as does the author's depiction of a family beset by the kind of grief a kidnapping might bring." -- School Library Journal

"First novelist Cantor records the days, months, and years of Becky's always present absence with meticulous honesty, giving Abby exactly the right blend of painful emotions. . .Cantor's unflinching sensitivity makes the novel much more than tabloid voyeurism: a painful yet ultimately hopeful meditation on sisterhood and survival." -- Children's Literature

"Cantor's impressive debut is a beautiful and heartfelt novel that will appeal to fans of Sarah Dessen, and should not be missed." -- The Compulsive Reader

"With echoes of The Lovely Bones and even To Kill A Mockingbird, Cantor unflinchingly explores loss through its many incarnations." -- Assembly on Literature for Adolescents (ALAN)

"Jillian Cantor’s debut novel, was truly unforgettable, with the perfect mixture of realism, great character development, and plot." -- Teens Read Too

"This is not just another missing-persons mystery, but a touching, beautiful story about one girl’s struggle to find love in the rubble left by a whirlwind of unimaginable events. The September Sisters is both tragic and sweet, captured perfectly with Cantor’s striking voice." -- BookKids

"The September Sisters is a uniquely woven story of love and loss. You should definitely add this one to your wish list. I can’t wait to read more of Cantor in the future." -- The Story Siren

"The September Sisters is a stunning debut novel. . . I truly think Jillian has the possibility to be the next big thing in Young Adult fiction!" -- Lauren's Crammed Bookshelf

". . .simply a fantastic novel. . ." -- Book Chic

". . . if you know someone who'd enjoy and appreciate a thoughtful, questioning coming-of-age story with a strong voice, well-drawn characters and lots of grays, offer it up." -- Bookshelves of Doom

". . .a very powerful and emotional read." -- YA Book Nerd

"I could not stop reading Abby's story. . .a memorable debut novel by Jillian Cantor that is incredibly moving, and a novel to certainly make you feel." -- YA Fresh

"I found THE SEPTEMBER SISTERS to be a terrific book! While I definitely can say that I thoroughly enjoyed reading it, this story also touched me deeply." -- Booking Mama

"Cantor did a great job with Abby and her very complex all-over-the-map emotions." -- Kidliterate

". . .there is a visceral feel to Abigail's observations and her need to find a solution to an unbearably awful event . . ." -- Kirkus Reviews

". . .what will hold readers, along with the suspense of the whodunit, is the honesty of the sibling story." -- Booklist

"I loved the realistic quality of this book, the amazing writing, and overall the story. . . A must read!" -- Michelle's Bookshelf

" After interviewing author Jillian Cantor, I was very excited to read her book. I was not disappointed at all. . .The September Sisters was a well-written book with a great idea, which young adults will definitely enjoy. I look forward to reading Ms. Cantor’s work in the future." -- Bucks County Courier Times