“There is never a dull moment in this thoroughly developed science fiction novel; the adventure and background will delight readers, with cultures and subcultures, science, and interspace politics explained throughout.”— Booklist

For Mainline:

“Impressively ambitious…Fast, clever, and substantial…A writer to watch.”—San Francisco Chronicle

“Splendid. A fast fun read…Ambitious…Dynamite.”—Larry Niven

“A smart, tightly plotted thriller…Explosive.”—Walter Jon Williams

“Impressive.”—Detroit Free Press, four stars

“A fascinating, complex high-tech thriller.”—Locus

For The Truthsayer’s Apprentice:

“Has the dark shadows and hard clarity of the Icelandic sagas as well as [her] own unique vision and sensibilities. The world she creates is solidly conceived and thoroughly convincing. The intensity and high drama never slacken. Best yet, there’s more to come.”—Lloyd Alexander, Newbery-winning author of The Black Cauldron

“This is full-bore, straight-ahead storytelling, fast-paced and compelling, with very real characters. If you like Robin Hobb, you’ll like this!” —Jennifer Roberson, author of Swordbreaker

“A fresh approach to old-fashioned storytelling. A new voice in the field I hope to hear more from.”—C.J. Cherryh, author of Fortress of Eagles