"This high-spirited story is notable for its portrayal of loving and very realistic family dynamics.... A tale readers will easily get lost in."―Kirkus Reviews
"Pray depicts the group’s less-united moments with empathy instead of judgment.... An ultimately cozy portrayal of a day that begins as memorable for the wrong reasons, only to end with Smudge’s loved ones learning to find their way—together."―Horn Book
"A sweet book celebrating family, togetherness, belonging, and love."―School Library Journal
"Adults will recognize familiar struggles, and kids will be heartened by impish, clever Smudge's ability to solve a problem."―Booklist