Louder Than Words

"I’d definitely recommend this book to other YA contempt fans. With likeable, relatable characters and a realistic and enjoyable story line, this books is sure to please. Iris St. Clair is an author I will be watching for again in the future." (Lost In Literature)

"If you’re looking for high drama and over-the-top teenage hijinks, this is not the book. But if you’re looking for something that feels real, that binds you to the main character and reveling in her cynicism, even as her closet romantic teen tries to shine through, this just might be the perfect book.Louder than Love accurately captures the voice and thoughts of high school girl caught up in family drama, real world disappointment, and first love." (FicCentral.com)

"Louder Than Words is a beautifully written story about what it means to be courageous and do the right thing no matter how difficult it is sometimes." (Read Write All The Time--Saptarshi Prachi)

"This was such a moving story about one girl's courage to stand up for what is right and not bow down and follow the sheep of the school. Louder than Words by Iris St. Clair also reminded me a bit of the book Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson." (Book Addict -- Paula Phillips)

"Ellen has such an incredible character arc, which made this book a big winner for me. She starts out broken, but grows and matures and learns as the story unfolds. She figures out what kind of person she wants to be, and that isn’t the type of person who hides from her problems. The pacing of the story was perfect, and the secondary characters were fleshed-out as well. This is a story that will tug at your heart-strings and possibly even instill bravery in the reader." (My Book Addiction -- Toni)

"I tip my hat to St. Clair for dealing with sensitive subject matter with finesse. It’s not just the definition of “what is a consensual relationship” that she addresses. Nope, there’s a list of volatile topics from child abuse, to drug addiction to handling bullies to knowing when to speak the truth - and still be a good friend. St. Clair handles these issues with tact and without ever hinting at being preachy or judgmental." (Sharon Hughes)