"The author deftly portrays the world of middle school… an immensely likable protagonist. This convincing, upbeat tale of adolescence champions growth and self-reliance. The one downside is that it's over too soon; thankfully, sequels will follow."
The Children’s Book Review
"Poignant, funny, and honest — perfectly capturing the intense emotions and friendships that characterize life in middle school. Best Friends is a story about music, experience, and growing into oneself."
Independent Book Review
"Captures the transforming nature of music, family, and friendship… an overall joyful read."
Tara PeckIndependent Book Review
“Author Cheryl DaVeiga captures the transforming nature of music, family, and friendship in this first book in The Orion Sessions series… An uplifting read with relevant middle grade themes of grit, friendship, and transformation. Positive themes—such as a loving family, music, core friendship, and tenacity through hardship—make for an overall joyful read.”
Readers' Favorite
"An amazing opening to The Orion Sessions trilogy… well-paced and told with a comedic flair. A fun and emotional read."
Readers' Favorite
"Readers who've enjoyed works that touched on a 'finding yourself' theme, like Stargirl, would most appreciate Best Friends."
Reedsy Discovery
A Reedsy Discovery Must Read. 🏆
BookSirens ArcReader
"AMAZEBALLS!"
"Music is a friend. Music hugs.
Music just plain rocks"
"Highly recommended."
