Dowd's story grips the reader from the opening chapter . . . Her first book was a deservedly acclaimed young adult novel . . . this demonstrates her versatility

Dowd transforms disability in to a gift

Compulsive reading

This is a novel that works on every level, not least as a thoroughly gripping detective story

This is a wonderfully written mystery. It is funny, nerve-wracking and tender by turns, with plenty of pace and excitement as well as some moments for serious reflection

Ted's unwittingly droll first-person narrative is immediately appealing and will provide a rich vein of material for class discussion

Gives us the most satisfying upbeat view of the strengths that can accompany this now famous medical condition

This pacy page-turner is as much fun as the London Eye

This is a book that takes hold of you and just can't be put down until the end

An immensely readable and totally gripping mystery with really believable characters

A compelling little mystery . . . Gripping and realistic

Everything about this book - the perky tone, the subtlety of characterisation and the cleverness of the plotting - is absolutely right

A great tale

Packed with humour, insight and suspense . . . a first-rate read

It's beautifully written

A clever tale that keeps you guessing until the end

Entertaining and touching

Dowd's prose is simple, yet masterful . . . A must-read for fans of the traditional mystery genre