Adam Roberts is commonly described as one of the UK's most important writers of SF. He is the author of numerous novels and literary parodies. He is Professor of 19th Century Literature at Royal Holloway, London University and has written a number of critical works on both SF and 19th Century poetry. He is a contributor to the SF ENCYCLOPEDIA.
Adam Roberts is very good at spinning weird crime tales... this is one to watch out for. - Starburst A witty, bittersweet and near-perfectly executed novel that's possibly Robert's best book to date. - SFX Written in a witty, playful and almost teasing style, this is an impressive novel of ideas and a moving love story as well as a tense mystery thriller. - Morning Star