Part of Twayne's Young Adult Author series, this provides a brief biography and then comprehensive, in-depth analysis of each of Voigt's novels, from the five-volume Tillerman series (which includes the 1984 Newbery winner "Dicey's Song") to the most recent works, such as "David and Jonathan" (1992) and "When She Hollers" (1994). Reid quotes from a range of critical reviews, but her own literary analysis is almost entirely positive. The focus is on interpretation, and she does a fine job of identifying Voigt's dominant themes--the challenge to traditional gender roles, the emphasis on work, etc.--in a style that's both scholarly and stimulating. Includes chronology, bibliography of books and articles, full notes.
