"St. John's book is suspenseful in its shifting possibilities, constructed with care, scattered with information, techno-savvy and engaging in its characterisation." -- Times UK "In Kat, readers will find a British Nancy Drew, with plenty of animal sidekicks. A fun global look at seaside inhabitants, animal science, and the power of persistence." -- Booklist "Warm, intriguing characterization, with just the right tingle of peril." -- The Guardian "Suspenseful in its shifting possibilities, constructed with care, scattered with information, techno-savvy, and engaging in its characterization." -- Sunday Times "St. John is a wonderful writer, who lets the adventure hurtle on without ever making the reader feel hurried.

" -- Saturday Telegraph Dead Man's Cove : "Full of adventure and mystery. One of those books that you really don't want to put down." -- The Guardian Kidnap in the Caribbean : "Another cracking adventure. The Caribbean locations sparkle." -- The Telegraph The Elephant's Tale : "A fast-paced mystery with an underlying conservation theme. Tween readers will be absorbed by the adventure, the animals, and the African setting." -- School Library Journal The White Giraffe : "Captivating." -- School Library Journal.