Reviews
"[Orca] couldn't have picked a better time to publish Slick…A well-written, fast-paced, high interest novel with compelling characters written for reluctant readers…Liza is an appealing, interesting and realistic character. The book also encourages girls and tweens in general to become interested in political issues and current events…Highly Recommended." Four stars. CM Magazine Full review
"Sara Cassidy writes a fast-paced, inspirational tale of teenage eco activism in hi-lo book Slick...In addition to the creative plot, Slick is appealing for its humor and irresistible spirit. Easy and fun to read, Slick will be a hit with young patrons. This book is highly recommended to public and middle school libraries." Library Thing
"When you take these two novels together (Slick and Windfall), they actually provide quite a good guide for young people who might want to have their voices heard, who are interested in learning more about peaceful protest, civil disobedience, that sort of thing. Sara Cassidy really does a good job of raising the question, 'What happens when (the) traditional avenues (for protest) don't work?'" - Nikki Tate, CBC Radio Full CBC review (of Seeing Orange, Slick and Windfall) linked here.
"This novel would work well with an environmental science component. Largely idealistic, Liza shows that one person can make a difference in both their community and in the wider world…A subject area that is certain to be of interest and appeal to those with an environmental aptitude; especially of interest with the recent oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico." Resource Links
"Slender, easy-to-read, and strongly purposeful...This upbeat tale...[is a] solid entry in the Orca Currents series." Booklist
"With its short length and high-interest, action-packed nature, this empowering book will be a favorite with younger teens." School Library Journal
"Cassidy’s first novel for young readers is about oil, politics and people—not the massive spillage that has decimated the Gulf of Mexico but rather the slow seepage of corruption and environmental degradation in Guatemala as it infiltrates daily lives on Vancouver Island..." BC Bookworld Full review here
"Liza's determination and activism set a powerful example...The topic is relevant and will engage young socially aware readers." The Horn Book Guide
"[Orca] couldn't have picked a better time to publish Slick…A well-written, fast-paced, high interest novel with compelling characters written for reluctant readers…Liza is an appealing, interesting and realistic character. The book also encourages girls and tweens in general to become interested in political issues and current events…Highly Recommended." Four stars. CM Magazine Full review
"Sara Cassidy writes a fast-paced, inspirational tale of teenage eco activism in hi-lo book Slick...In addition to the creative plot, Slick is appealing for its humor and irresistible spirit. Easy and fun to read, Slick will be a hit with young patrons. This book is highly recommended to public and middle school libraries." Library Thing
"When you take these two novels together (Slick and Windfall), they actually provide quite a good guide for young people who might want to have their voices heard, who are interested in learning more about peaceful protest, civil disobedience, that sort of thing. Sara Cassidy really does a good job of raising the question, 'What happens when (the) traditional avenues (for protest) don't work?'" - Nikki Tate, CBC Radio Full CBC review (of Seeing Orange, Slick and Windfall) linked here.
"This novel would work well with an environmental science component. Largely idealistic, Liza shows that one person can make a difference in both their community and in the wider world…A subject area that is certain to be of interest and appeal to those with an environmental aptitude; especially of interest with the recent oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico." Resource Links
"Slender, easy-to-read, and strongly purposeful...This upbeat tale...[is a] solid entry in the Orca Currents series." Booklist
"With its short length and high-interest, action-packed nature, this empowering book will be a favorite with younger teens." School Library Journal
"Cassidy’s first novel for young readers is about oil, politics and people—not the massive spillage that has decimated the Gulf of Mexico but rather the slow seepage of corruption and environmental degradation in Guatemala as it infiltrates daily lives on Vancouver Island..." BC Bookworld Full review here
"Liza's determination and activism set a powerful example...The topic is relevant and will engage young socially aware readers." The Horn Book Guide