"Convincing and captivating" – CBI
"A thought-provoking odyssey" – Guardian
"Grips the reader and doesn't let go, from one tense encounter to the next" – Scotsman Magazine
"It's gently educational … but nothing detracts from the fact that it's a darned good story and it's one which will appeal to both male and female readers. Just as a good story, well written it's worth five stars, easily” – The Bookbag
"Harrowing in places and still chillingly relevant, this is an absolute must read for all YA fans" – In Need of a Read, Blog