“Mark’s novel will appeal to both a middle-grade and YA audience, as it discusses its heavy topics with finesse and warmth. It’s a compelling blend of a teenage romance and a tale of attempting to make a difference in the world at large. . . . A well-balanced and wide-ranging story for young readers.”
—Kirkus Review

“Mixing a teenage romance with political and environmental commentary, The Year Without a Summer is an inspiring novel.”
—Foreword Reviews

“A wonderful and captivating read about courage, commitment, and the power to make a difference at any age. Don't go another day without reading The Year Without a Summer.”
—Howard Roughan, New York Times best-selling author

“A touching story that intertwines the complex dynamics of both our relationships and the climate system . . . reminding us of the power of curiosity and scientific discovery in forging a better life. The rich storyline reminds me of my own love of skiing at a young (and older!) age.”
—John Fasullo, PhD Project Scientist, National Center for Atmospheric Research

“What will happen if empathy vanishes and we only consider our own limited points of view? This timely book is an engaging contribution to young people's understanding of global warming, raising important, interesting, and powerful questions for young readers. The Year Without a Summer demonstrates vividly that people are more than what they seem, and that everyone has a heartache.”
—Selene Castrovilla, author of Seeking Freedom: The Untold Story of Fortress Monroe and the Ending of Slavery in America

“Two main characters from different cultures discover their ordinary but differing views about lots of things. I love how they find ways to disagree, even agree sometimes, and summon courage to face all that comes their eighth grade way, including natural, man-made, and family disasters. I couldn’t put the novel down.”
—Miguel Garcia-Colon, Greenwich Library, Byram Shubert Branch Manager