The manga has also earned praise: a reviewer for "Children's Bookwatch" noted that "Into the Woods" "ends on a tense cliffhanger, leaving the reader in anxious anticipation for more... "Into the Woods"... is especially recommended for cat lovers everywhere". Its sequel, "Escape from the Forest", was also well reviewed: a reviewer for "Publishers Weekly" believed that girls would benefit from reading about Sasha leaving the powerful Tigerstar due to his "growing violence". The art was also praised, with the reviewer writing that "Hudson's artwork brings Sasha's emotional journey to life, showing each moment of fear, anxiety, contentment, and joy. The cat's-eye perspective of many of the panels, in addition, add a dramatic, energizing element to the book". The reviewer also wrote that "a twist at the end will leave fans eager for the next installment of Sasha's saga", and that the book would appeal to young adults trying to find their place in the world. Lisa Goldstein for "School Library Journal" also gave the book a positive review, writing that the plot would attract new fans and appeal to old fans. The reviewer also wrote that "though the cover claims that this is a 'manga', the straightforward illustrations are drawn in a simple, realistic style".