“...a genuinely fascinating reading experience…a powerful contribution to the changing practice of historical fiction.” — Philippa Gregory, Sunday Times (London)
“A tour-de-force in the style of Dickens. The eccentrics and Victoriana are…captivating.” — Kirkus Reviews
“Intriguing.” — Charlotte Observer
“Taylor has captured the essence of the Victorian novel and weaves it through his gripping narrative.” — Library Journal
“A gripping tale, crafted with passion and intelligence, and an honorable addendum to the golden age of the English novel.” — Simon Baker, New Statesman
“A smartly satisfying novel…Intricate and vividly realized…a pin-sharp recreation of 19th century life....a playful reimagining of history” — Robert Douglas-Fairhurst, Telegraph
“Kept is a great read. It intrigues, diverts and delights. It is clever and intricate and huge fun.” — Susan Hill, Guardian
“It is unlikely that many such offerings will equal, let alone surpass, D.J. Taylor’s Kept” — Francis King, Literary Review
“A marvel of intricacy and ingenuity. Dickens and his peers would surely have approved.” — Washington Times
