Reviews
“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