“It’s not your typical faery story-it has elements of steampunk and murder mystery that make it a really exciting, fresh read.” - The Atlantic Wire
“The Peculiar has the kind of enchantment, whimsy, and utter wonder that stands the test of time. An astounding debut!” - Marie Lu, New York Times best-selling author of the Legend trilogy
“Stefan Bachmann’s sparkling debut is sure to get a lot of well-deserved notice. He breathes fresh life into ancient magic.” - RICK RIORDAN, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Kane Chronicles and Percy Jackson and The Olympians
“Richly realized . . . accomplished … This is a story young fantasy buffs are sure to enjoy.” - The New York Times Book Review
“Imaginative, highly descriptive writing . . . Thrilling adventure.” - Booklist
“An absolute treat for readers of any age.” - Publishers Weekly (starred review)
“Gripping . . . with a wry humor and unusual characters. Fans of Neil Gaiman’s The Graveyard Book (HarperCollins, 2008) and young steampunk enthusiasts will find much here to enjoy.” - School Library Journal
“Polished and fun to read…Bachmann’s steampunk fairy tale…recalls Dostoevsky, Dickens, and more recent classics, such as J. K. Rowling’s Harry Potter and Lemony Snicket’s A Series of Unfortunate Events.…Bachmann leavens the dark goings-on with whimsy…in spectacular and hilarious fashion.…[An] unusually gifted young writer.” - Los Angeles Times
When a teenager writes a publishable book, it’s noteworthy, but when the book is this good, it’s something special. Bachmann, now 19, has a polished and witty writing style; his characters are skillfully developed, the action is nonstop, and his faery society is fascinating. An absolute treat for readers of any age.” - Publishers Weekly (starred review)
“Bachmann’s prose is beautiful, and his story is swift, strong, and entertaining. Highly recommended. I can’t wait to see what Bachmann writes next.” - CHRISTOPHER PAOLINI, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Eragon (The Inheritance Cycle)