"Chamber's first novel uses the trappings of fantasy to depict a world separated from its technological roots and governed by fragments of lost knowledge. Adventure and intrigue combine with the story of a young man's search for his place in the world." - Library Journal "Stephen Chambers deserves to be feted. Once you begin reading this novel.you just keep reading."-- Chicago Tribune "A clever piece of work, a page turner that keeps you going all the way to the end. You won't want to put it down."-- St.

Louis Post-Dispatch "Chambers's debut seethes with ideas."-- Kirkus Reviews.