Nine out of ten . . . Put down whatever you're reading at the moment, and pick this up

Irreverent humor and swashbuckling adventure collide in a fetching fantasy

Fans of The Emerald Atlas will find much to love: the adventure-driven plot, a scattering of deliciously scary moments, and Stephens’s offbeat take on Tolkienesque dragons, dwarves, and elves are sure to delight

Working in the grand tradition of children’s fantasy, Wexler’s off to a promising start

A charming, adventuresome fantasy from a promising new author

Will gratify book lovers and fantasy experts alike

A refreshing and unique tale – one that rises above the clichés it could so easily have fallen into – that entertains on every level. It’s pitched perfectly to its audience (as well as those who are a few years older...) and, while only time will tell if it becomes a classic, it treats the familiar tropes with care and respect, leaving the reader wanting more after the final page has been turned.

This is a brilliant story, and Django Wexler is a name to remember - as if you could forget it!

Rich and dense and creative