Praise for Rotten : A Bank Street College Best Book of the Year A Junior Library Guild selection A 2014-15 Keystone to Reading Award finalist "A sure bet for any reader who loves an underdog, human or canine." -- Publishers Weekly "A fine portrayal of a boy, a dog and the ties of friends." -- Kirkus Reviews "A laugh-out-loud book, with so many things to love." -- Christian Science Monitor "Northrop knows just how to get into the male mind, blending subtle humor with convincing dialogue. But above all, the author knows that nothing gets between a guy and his dog." -- BookPage Praise for On Thin Ice : "A sharp, sympathetic insight into poverty, family, friendship, and forgiveness." -- Kirkus Reviews Praise for Polaris : "An exciting blend of nautical adventure and monstrous horror." -- Kirkus Reviews Praise for TombQuest: "Pure adventure from start to finish.

" -- School Library Connection Praise for Surrounded by Sharks : "This story strikes a balance of suspense and action. For reluctant readers and fans of survival stories." -- School Library Journal Praise for Trapped : "Northrop gets at the core of human nature through masterful pacing. Gripping." -- Kirkus Reviews.