"Quite delicious and very funny." -- Wall Street Journal

"Middle-grade readers who enjoy slapstick humor and fantastical adventures will get a generous helping of each here in what amounts to an impressive debut." -- Boston Globe

"The children's attempts at magic and the subsequent flubs simply make this cannot-put-it-down delectable." -- Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA)

"Delicious and exciting." -- Washington Post

"A heroine with baking in her blood and a zany plot liberally sprinkled with humor blend into fun family adventure. Lighthearted bliss." -- Kirkus Reviews

"Littlewood's first novel mixes the sincere and the silly with entertaining results." -- Publishers Weekly

"Humor abounds in this sweet story that stresses the importance of family, and readers will enjoy getting to know the eccentric Bliss family. " -- School Library Journal

"This sweet (but never syrupy) story has surprising substance and broad appeal. A humorous tone, clear, thoughtful writing, and a brisk pace will also ensure that this one is gobbled up quickly." -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books