Reviews

"A powerful and provocative novel"--"The New York Times" "Wrought with admirable skill -- the emptiness and menace underlying this Utopia emerge step by inexorable step: a richly provocative novel."--"Kirkus", starred review
"Lowry is once again in top form raising many questions while answering few, and unwinding a tale fit for the most adventurous readers."--"Publishers Weekly", starred review "The simplicity and directness of Lowry's writing force readers to grapple with their own thoughts."-- "Booklist", starred review "The theme of balancing the values of freedom and security is beautifully presented."-- "The Horn Book Magazine", starred review