* "The story of a community working together is uplifting . Martinez uses nicely specific physical details to relate Masi's experiences, and the moments in the bakery seem particularly authentic and are suffused with love." -- Kirkus Reviews , starred review * "Martinez uses diversity to her advantage, showcasing Masi, her family, and all of the people living in this town. Overall, this is a quick read that touches on family issues, young love, and the strength that comes when times get tough. --Loryn Aman" -- VOYA Magazine , starred review "Martinez creates an emotional dilemma for Masi, caught between a romantic crush and her family's struggles, yet. suggests a fairy-tale undercurrent within the novel." -- Publishers Weekly "Pig Park is a contemporary Faustian tale that forces us to look at the desperate lengths people will go to in the name of community -- and maybe love. Deftly crafted characters and an inherently fascinating and imaginative tale, 'Pig Park' is enthusiastically recommended for personal reading lists and would make a popular addition to community library collections.

--Margaret Lane" -- Midwest Book Review "A fast-moving page-turner, Pig Park is an excellent example of how young people, through creative action, really can bring about personal and political change. It's highly recommended." -- De Colores: The Raza Experience in Books for Children "Filled with a first crush, an absent parent, fear of losing home and friends, and community engagement . readers will appreciate its strong characters and identify with the protagonist's teen angst. --Ruth Quiroa" -- School Library Journal "Between those yummy covers is an equally delicious book. The novel tackles that age-old question of how far, how much, what exactly would you do for something that matters to you?" -- All Brown All Around.