-As is the case with Dresden, Mr. Butcher has the uncanny ability to make his Codex Alera realm seem real; as he understands it is in the subtle details...An exciting fantasy thriller.---Midwest Book Review
-Rousing...No less powerful than his intense battle scenes [are] Butcher's vivid characterizations.---
Publishers Weekly (starred review)
-A treat for action fans and series followers.---
Booklist -When it comes to versatility and rousing storytelling, Butcher is in a class by himself.---
RT Book Reviews"As is the case with Dresden, Mr. Butcher has the uncanny ability to make his Codex Alera realm seem real; as he understands it is in the subtle details...An exciting fantasy thriller."--Midwest Book Review
"Rousing...No less powerful than his intense battle scenes [are] Butcher's vivid characterizations."--
Publishers Weekly (starred review)
"A treat for action fans and series followers."--
Booklist "When it comes to versatility and rousing storytelling, Butcher is in a class by himself."--
RT Book Reviews
A compulsively fast-paced fantasy adventure, set in a world where courage and ingenuity vie with magic and power.