"The first in a fantasy trilogy which will entice non-fantasy readers perhaps more than the already converted. Flawless plotting and multifaceted characters make for a mesmerising journey to Fionavar."
"As carefully and lovingly constructed as the embroidered hem of a 19th century silk skirt, this novel of poetry and lust is already a modern classic."
"P G Wodehouse carefully hid linguistic genius under ludicrous situations and two-dimensional heroes. The resulting blend has never seemed more highspirited than in this tale of 30's Hollywood."
"Suddenly EVERYONE has read or wants to read this trilogy. EVERYONE is right - it is magical and heartbreaking and full of mischieviously transparent references to the dark history of Christianity."
"When Eleanor finally cries for her lost love we all cry with her, mainly because Austen lets us laugh so much first. Surprisingly warm and true, this classic holds no charicatures, only people."
"Baxter makes quantum physics a thrill even to us mere non-professor mortals as he imagines the first true alien contact and its impact on our species and planet. A wild philosophical ride."
"The Morland family starts its rise in this tale of the War of the Roses. Light entertainment mixes surprisingly well with detailed historical interest and accuracy."
