– The New York Times Book Review
“Turner is a complex, likable character who should have legs, and Sallis is a writer worth discovering.” – San Antonio Express-News
“Sallis writes some of the most intelligent mysteries out there today.” – The Charlotte Observer
“James Sallis crafts a beautifully written tale of murder and redemption in the South.” – Rocky Mountain News
“Sallis might be one of the best writers in America… almost every page produces a sentence, phrase or paragraph so deliciously right that readers will want to reread it. Sallis fans will pounce on this one. If you’re not acquainted with his work, this is a fine place to start.” – The Plain Dealer
“Sallis’s quirky sense of plot rhythms and careful prose (he’s also a poet) make this an outstanding and unpredictable literary thriller” – The Seattle Times