“Enthralling and rewarding. What’s not to love about a girl who takes on vicious monsters armed with only a frying pan?” - Publishers Weekly (starred review)
“A lovely romp for Pratchett fans of all ages.” - Locus
“Wonderful language, genuinely scary explorations, and a young girl whose growing up is believable and exciting.” - The Chicago Tribune
“An enthralling and rewarding read.” - Publishers Weekly (starred review)
“The Carnegie Medal winner’s fans will not be disappointed.” - Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
“Just the package to appeal to those who admire not just a brave heart but a quick comeback as well.” - The Horn Book (starred review)
“Like Celtic mythology fused with ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer.’” - New York Times Book Review
“Perfect for anyone who enjoys The Princess Bride and the works of Douglas Adams.” (starred review) - KLIATT
“With its wry wit and acerbic collision of the mystical with the mundane, the latest book in Pratchett’s internationally popular Discworld, is good solid storytelling done in a style that reads like Celtic mythology fused with the girl power of “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” with dialogue by Robert Burns.” - New York Times Book Review
“The humor and the danger will appeal to Discworld fans and also readers who relish J. K. Rowling’s Harry.” - ALA Booklist
“A glorious read.” - School Library Journal (starred review)
