Heart's Blood received the coveted Kirkus Star. Kirkus says, "The author's love for Arizona is immersed in her lyrical writing, as the impact of environment on family is threaded wonderfully into various plotlines...Zinn's characterization is purposeful, deep and rich... An eloquent, refreshing perspective of the struggles faced by those living along the Mexican border." The San Francisco Book Reviews gives Heart's Blood 5 of 5 stars, and says, "A nostalgic western mixed with a modern drama primed with enough action to keep you wanting more. Every character, and even the animals, feels genuine...