'I was gripped from the very beginning. The setting is expertly evoked in elegant, economical prose, the pace is just right and the characters are well-rounded and credible.'
Panurge at YouWriteOn.com 3/Oct/2008

'A well-plotted and carefully crafted thriller. The historical and geographical backgrounds ring true without being obtrusive. I would be interested in reading more by this writer.'
Paul Scott, on Amazon.co.uk 11/Jan/2009

'This is a gripping adult historical novel with great characters and a wonderfully intricate plot. I loved it! The author has a clear grasp of the time and the politics which make a splendid backdrop to this tale of two young people making their way in a difficult world. Thoroughly recommended and I look forward eagerly to the sequel.'
Anne Brooke, author 12/Dec/2008

'... positively splendid entertainment. A rip-roaring, page-turning, exuberant and delightful Italian romp. ... No agent could fail to see that there is a potential movie here.'
American freelance editor: Ilene Shapera Fenton.