“Delves into weighty issues but keeps its sense of dark humor.” — USA Today
“Excruciatingly funny, ferociously intelligent.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred Review)
“Pratchett rethinks a classic story and comes up with a winner. A not–to–be–missed delight.” — School Library Journal (starred review)
“Manages to be hilarious, moving, scary, impishly vulgar and wickedly wise, sometimes all at once.” — Locus Magazine
“Pratchett’s absorbing, suspenseful adventure is deepened by a willingness to tackle the questions of existence.” — Horn Book Magazine
“Pure, unadulterated fun. The action is fast paced, the dialogue witty, unforgettable.” — Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA)
“For this outrageously cheeky tale, Pratchett pairs a dynamite plot with memorable characters.” — Publishers Weekly
“This is his first Discworld novel aimed specifically at YA readers, and it should win him new fans.” — KLIATT
“Pratchett leaves none of his wit behind in this exploration of Discworld for younger readers.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books (recommended)
“Clearly destined for great things…deeply pleasurable and a wonderful and entertaining read.” — The Bookseller (Great Britain)