“The action is gripping. Every sentence sparkles. You can feel the flutter of griffin feathers and the menace of strange poisonous shrews. Magnificent.” - The Times
“Rundell's book packs a punch with imagination and creativity in its purest form. She has created a story with potential to be adored by fantasy lovers for years to come.” - The Independent
“A marvellous, imaginative fantasy told with great style and sparkle – a book to race through in a day and keep for a lifetime.” - Jacqueline Wilson