Praise for The Passion of Dolssa by Julie Berry: * "Irresistibly compelling. [Berry conveys] complex historical and religious matters fluently and accessibly for today's readers."- Horn Book , starred review * "Berry again delivers an utterly original and instantly engrossing story.she weaves a tense, moving portrait of these two teenage girls and their struggle to survive against insurmountable odds."- Publishers Weekly, starred review * "Kudos, then, to Berry for creating a sweeping saga that not only deeply entwines both [historical fiction & religion], but also dissects its characters' humanity as it looks at the often troubling beliefs that underlay their actions." -- Booklist, starred review * "Readers will be transported into Dolssa and Botille's world. An expertly crafted piece of historical fiction." - School Library Journal, starred review * "A skillfully crafted and tenderly told story of faith and friendship tested.

"- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books , starred review "The slow build reveals.a compelling, admirable young woman in a gorgeously built world that accepts miracles without question.Immersive and mesmerizing."- Kirkus Reviews.